Description
Indulge in the sweet, nutty delight of homemade Pistachio Nougat. This Mediterranean treat is a perfect balance of crunchy pistachios and chewy nougat, making it a delightful confection for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup water
Additional Ingredients:
- 2 large egg whites (room temperature)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups roasted unsalted pistachios
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (softened)
- edible wafer paper (optional, for lining)
- cornstarch for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan: Line an 8×8-inch square pan with parchment paper or edible wafer paper.
- Cook the Sugar Mixture: Combine sugar, corn syrup, honey, and water in a saucepan. Cook until it reaches 300°F (149°C).
- Whip Egg Whites: Beat egg whites and salt until stiff peaks form.
- Combine Syrup and Egg Whites: Slowly pour the hot syrup into the egg whites while mixing. Beat until thick and glossy.
- Add Flavors and Nuts: Mix in vanilla extract, butter, and pistachios. Pour into the prepared pan.
- Cool and Cut: Let the nougat cool for at least 4 hours, then cut into pieces.
Notes
- Work quickly once the nougat is ready to avoid it setting in the bowl.
- Wafer paper helps keep the nougat from sticking to fingers and packaging.
- Store wrapped pieces in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Candy Making
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 13g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
