Torrones - a Christmas Time Nougat Candy Recipe

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Torrones - a Christmas Time Nougat Candy
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Ingredients:

Directions:

  1. Combine sugar, corn syrup and water in saucepan.
  2. Cook over medium heat until candy thermometer registers at 260°F.
  3. In an electric mixer, beat egg whites to form stiff peaks.
  4. When sugar reaches 260°F pour slowly in a thin stream into egg whites, while mixer is running.
  5. Add extracts and beat on medium speed for 13 minutes; then fold in candied fruit, if using, and mix for another 2 minutes.
  6. Now fold in 1/2 cup sliced almonds.
  7. Pour mixture in buttered and lightly dusted floured 9 pan.
  8. Top with remaining almonds.
  9. Let sit overnight and then cut into pieces.
  10. Serve on a festive decorated plate.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 242.72 Kcal (1016 kJ)
Calories from fat 43.23 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 4.8g 7%
Sodium 24.86mg 1%
Potassium 71.51mg 2%
Total Carbs 51g 17%
Sugars 49.58g 198%
Dietary Fiber 1.05g 4%
Protein 2.36g 5%
Iron 0.3mg 2%
Calcium 25.7mg 3%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 289.32 Kcal (1211 kJ)
Calories from fat 51.53 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 5.73g 7%
Sodium 29.64mg 1%
Potassium 85.23mg 2%
Total Carbs 60.79g 17%
Sugars 59.1g 198%
Dietary Fiber 1.26g 4%
Protein 2.81g 5%
Iron 0.3mg 2%
Calcium 30.6mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 5
    Points
  • 7
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • very low sodium,
  • cholesterol free

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