Finally, I found how to make Perfect Nougat, this Italian Torrone Recipe is great for Holiday sweet

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: corn syrup

Agave syrup is lower in calories, while corn syrup is more affordable.

sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Coconut sugar is less processed, while granulated sugar is cheaper.

almonds

🥗Healthier: sliced almonds

💰Cheaper: peanuts

Sliced almonds are a healthier option, while peanuts are less expensive.

hazelnuts

🥗Healthier: macadamia nuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Macadamia nuts offer healthy fats, while sunflower seeds are budget-friendly.

Grease a 9x6 inch heat resistant dish and line it with parchment paper.

Add 2 large egg whites at room temperature and a pinch of salt to a mixing bowl.

Whisk the egg whites until foamy and soft peaks form.

Gradually add 2 tbsp of sugar while whisking until soft peaks form again.

In a saucepan, mix 1 and 1/3 cups honey and 1 and 1/3 cups granulated sugar on high heat, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves and the mixture becomes silky and smooth, about 5-10 minutes.

Decrease heat to low and gradually add the whipped egg whites in batches, whisking continuously.

Continue cooking on low heat and stir constantly.

Perform the cold water test: drop a bit of the batter into cold water; if it feels firm and clay-like, it's ready for the nuts.

Add the toasted nuts (2 cups whole almonds and 1 cup pistachios) to the mixture once the batter can form a figure 8 that stays for 4-5 seconds.

Scoop the mixture into the prepared dish and spread it using a spatula (not your hands, as it is too hot).

Set aside until cold.

Once cooled, dust the top with cornstarch and use an oiled sharp knife to cut the nougat.

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