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Torrone (Italian - Dessert) Recipe

A traditional Italian nougat typically made of honey, sugar, egg white, and toasted nuts. It can have a hard or soft consistency.
Ingredients:
  • Honey - 14.11oz (400g)
  • Sugar - 14.11oz (400g)
  • Egg whites - 3
  • Almonds - 7.05oz (200g)
  • Hazelnuts - 7.05oz (200g)
  • Pistachios - 3.52oz (100g)
  • Rice paper - 2 sheets
Instructions
  • Preheat the oven to 180°C or 350°F. Spread the almonds and hazelnuts on a baking sheet and toast them for 10 minutes.
  • Serve the torrone as a delicious dessert or snack.
  • In a saucepan, combine the honey and sugar and heat over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture is smooth.
  • In a separate bowl, whisk the egg whites until they form stiff peaks.
  • Slowly pour the hot honey and sugar mixture into the egg whites while mixing continuously.
  • Continue to stir until the mixture becomes creamy and thick.
  • Add the toasted almonds, hazelnuts, and pistachios to the mixture and stir until well combined.
  • Line a 20 x 20cm (8 x 8 inch) baking pan with rice paper. Pour the mixture into the pan and smooth out the surface.
  • Top with another sheet of rice paper and press down gently. Allow the torrone to cool and set for several hours.
  • Once the torrone has set, remove it from the pan and cut it into small squares or rectangles.

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