Description
This Traditional Italian Torrone recipe features soft white nougat packed with toasted almonds and pistachios. Sweetened with honey and sugar syrup, it is delicately flavored with vanilla extract or citrus zest, making a delightful chewy treat perfect for sharing.
Ingredients
Scale
Nuts
- 1 cup (100g) toasted almonds
- 1 cup (100g) toasted pistachios or mixed nuts
Main Ingredients
- 1 cup (340g) honey
- 1 cup (200g) sugar
- 1/4 cup (60ml) water
- 2 egg whites
- 1 tsp vanilla extract or citrus zest
Instructions
- Toast the Nuts: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the almonds and pistachios or mixed nuts on a baking sheet and toast them for 10 minutes until fragrant and lightly browned. Remove and let cool.
- Cook the Honey: In a saucepan, heat the honey over medium heat. Using a candy thermometer, cook it until it reaches 250°F (120°C), stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
- Prepare the Sugar Syrup: In a separate saucepan, combine the sugar and water. Heat over medium heat and bring to a boil. Continue cooking until the sugar syrup reaches 300°F (150°C) on a candy thermometer.
- Whip Egg Whites: While the syrups are heating, beat the egg whites in a clean bowl until they form soft peaks. Slowly pour the hot honey into the egg whites while continuing to beat, creating a glossy and thick mixture.
- Mix: Gradually add the hot sugar syrup into the egg white and honey mixture, folding gently. Then fold in the toasted nuts and the vanilla extract or citrus zest evenly.
- Shape: Line a dish or pan with parchment paper and pour the nougat mixture into it. Press it down evenly with a spatula or your hands to compact the mixture.
- Set: Allow the torrone to set at room temperature for 4 hours until firm and chewy.
- Slice: Once set, remove from the dish and slice into 12 pieces. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Use a mix of nuts for more depth and complexity of flavor.
- Adding a touch of cocoa powder or cinnamon can create a unique flavor twist.
- Store torrone in an airtight container at room temperature to keep it fresh and chewy.
- Make sure to use a candy thermometer for accurate temperature readings during syrup preparation.
- If nuts are not pre-toasted, the baking step is essential to enhance their flavor and crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (approx. 40g)
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 20 mg
