Description
Italian Torrone is a classic soft nougat candy packed with toasted almonds and pistachios, sweetened with honey, and flavored with a hint of citrus. Perfect for holidays or gifting, this chewy confection brings traditional Italian charm to every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large egg whites
- 1 cup honey
- 1½ cups granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1½ cups toasted almonds
- 1 cup toasted pistachios
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- Wafer paper or parchment (enough to line top and bottom)
Instructions
- Prepare a loaf pan by lining it with parchment or wafer paper and set aside.
- In a saucepan, combine honey, granulated sugar, and water. Cook over medium heat until the mixture reaches 280°F (soft crack stage) using a candy thermometer.
- While syrup heats, beat the egg whites with salt in a stand mixer until stiff peaks form.
- Slowly pour hot syrup into the whipped egg whites while mixing on low speed. Increase to high and beat until thick, glossy, and slightly cooled (about 10 minutes).
- Fold in vanilla extract, orange zest, almonds, and pistachios.
- Quickly spread the nougat into the lined pan and press flat. Cover the top with another sheet of parchment or wafer paper.
- Let it set at room temperature for at least 3 to 4 hours or overnight until firm.
- Remove from the pan, trim the edges, and slice into bars or squares.
Notes
- Use a candy thermometer to ensure accurate sugar temperature.
- Toast the nuts beforehand to boost flavor and crunch.
- Work quickly once the nougat is ready—it sets fast.
- For clean cuts, use a greased knife or one dipped in hot water.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg