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Reviewed: Dec. 6, 2009
This didn't set up for me. I let it cook until 260 degrees, and beat it for longer than the 5 minutes the recipe suggests. I know that divinity is ready to be spread when it loses its gloss, but this never did, and how long are you gonna run your Kitchenaid until you admit defeat? I did after about 10.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 4.06 star rating.
Reviewed: Dec. 5, 2009
This was wonderful and easy recipe to make, however on one of the reviews she had added peppermint extract instead of vanilla and red food coloring. I tried that however I would have only used 1/2 teaspoon extract instead of a full teaspoon. My husband says that it is like eating toothpaste. lol. I am going to try again tomorrow, it really is super easy.
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Reviewed: Dec. 4, 2009
This was my first time making divinity and this recipe couldn't be easier. It turned out great and I made it for my daddy who hasn't had any since his mommy passed. So I thought that I would give it a shot. Turned out lovely. He loved it therefor made me happy.
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Reviewed: Nov. 25, 2009
This is a great recipe. It does take longer than five minutes to set but the wait is well worth it. Mine set up in about 20 minutes.
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Reviewed: Dec. 23, 2008
Made this today. It was perfect, but I almost over-whipped it, so be careful. You can tell when it's done if your watching. I added chopped pecans at the end, which we loved.
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Reviewed: Dec. 22, 2008
This seems to be a great recipe. It is the first time I have ever made it but i will be making it again.
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Reviewed: Dec. 20, 2008
I have tried to make divinity in the past and it never turned out. I tried Bill's recipe and it turned out GREAT. My thumbs up to you Bill.
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Reviewed: Dec. 6, 2008
Turned out perfect! It is almost gone because we could not keep our hands off of it!
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Reviewed: Aug. 4, 2008
I've been making divinity since I was nine years old. I'm now 65 and never had a failure with any recipe. This recipe is fine as written. Just don't ever make divinity on a rainy or humid day. It won't set up or at the least it will be difficult to get it to set up. As others have said apply ingredients in slow stream.
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The reviewer gave this recipe 1 stars. This recipe averages a 4.06 star rating.
Reviewed: Jan. 29, 2008
I have never been able to make a good batch of divinity. I tried this recipe twice to no avail. I finally gave up..
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Reviewed: Jan. 1, 2008
Good basic recipe. For those who are still frustrated trying to get this candy to behave, I found a fix for gooey divinity flops after 4 different attempts from various Divinity recipes. As said previously, it's vital to pour the cooked syrup very slowly in slim streams while beating with the eggs whites. Pouring too much at once will cook the egg whites. Then keep beating (in my case it took 15 minutes) until it starts to lose its gloss. But if it is still gooey, here's how to save it: Reheat the mixture - microwave if you have a glass bowl or put metal pan in very hot water, so it gives your mixer a rest and makes the candy warmer and more pliable. Then start mixing again. If you still think it wont set up, add about 1/2 to 1 tsp of hot water to the mix then sprinkle in about 1/2 to 1 cup powdered sugar while mixing ON SLOW. It will start to set up much faster now and it changes the texture from a smooth, soft chewy candy to more a fudge-like texture, which I actually like better. I know this is just adding more sugar but some other recipes call for less sugar in the ingredients list. ALSO: Try this for a new flavor twist. When it's time to add the Vanilla, instead add the following: 1/4 tsp. Peppermint Extract 1/4 tsp. Butter flavor Extract 1/2 tsp. Vanilla Extract (more or less peppermint or butter extract to taste) 5 - 7 drops Yellow Food Coloring BUTTER MINT DIVINITY! You won't go back to plain.
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Reviewed: Dec. 13, 2007
This is the fourth year I've used this recipe and except for one humid Christmas, it has worked every time perfectly. It's not Christmas without Bill's Divinity!
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Reviewed: Dec. 30, 2005
These didn't work for me... I think because I added the sugar to the egg to quickly. They turned out like a nougat. HOWEVER, I made these turn out yummy by dunking them in chocolate! Sort of like homemade 3 Musketeer drops!
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Reviewed: Dec. 24, 2005
My divinity turned out a little tough. I probably over beat it. This is a good recipe for divinity and I will be trying it again.
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Reviewed: Dec. 18, 2005
Wonderful recipe and very tasty... I made a double batch... it took me forever to mix it lol... My mom adores this candy and this recipe is the tops in her book.
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Reviewed: Dec. 13, 2005
Really great recipe! Never made divinity myself, but loved it for years. Very easy - those who posted they ended up with a gooey mess probably didn't beat it long enough. I made one batch as advised and another substituting the vanilla for peppermint extract & added just a few drops of red food coloring for a holiday twist. Cinnamon flavoring also good! Excellent - thank you for sharing Christine!
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Reviewed: Dec. 5, 2005
I just made this and it is the smoothest and tasty recipes.
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Reviewed: Nov. 16, 2005
I have been making bill's divinity now for three years, it's never been a problem, in fact it's very easy (with a candy thermometer) everyone loves it!
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Reviewed: Dec. 23, 2004
I just made this for the first time and it turned out wonderful. I live in humid Houston, TX and had no problem with it at all. My family loves it.
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Reviewed: Dec. 19, 2004
This is the same recipe that my mom used for over 30 years and now I have used it for almost 10 years. It has been fail-proof for me. I live in the south with more humidity and I have to beat it at least 10 - 15 minutes. The trick is to keep beeting it until it works right. You should also use a stand mixer.
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