Italian Christmas Nougat: Quick and Easy Recipe

Prepare Pan: Line a small baking dish with parchment paper or edible rice paper.

Cook Sugar & Honey: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar and honey. Stir until the sugar dissolves and the mixture reaches a soft-ball stage (around 240°F / 115°C).

Whip Egg Whites: While sugar mixture heats, beat egg whites with salt until stiff peaks form.

Combine: Slowly pour the hot sugar-honey mixture into the whipped egg whites, beating constantly.

Add Flavor & Nuts: Mix in vanilla extract and toasted nuts until evenly distributed.

Set: Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and press it evenly. Let cool completely.

Cut: Once firm, cut into rectangles or squares.

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