peanut butter divinity slices

Directions

1. 1

   Peanut Butter Divinity Slices 2 1/2 cups granulated sugar 1/2 cup light corn syrup 1/2 cup water 2 egg whites 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract S

2. 2

   Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture comes to boiling

3. 3

   Continue cooking, without stirring, until mixture reaches the hard-ball stage, or until candy thermometer registers 260 degrees F

4. 4

   Remove saucepan from heat

5. 5

   Meanwhile, in large mixer bowl, beat egg whites, at medium speed of electric mixer until stiff peaks form

6. 6

   Gradually pour hot syrup over egg whites, beating constantly at high speed of mixer

7. 7

   Add vanilla

8. 8

   beat 4 to 5 minutes until candy holds its shape