Pecan Divinity
Pecan Divinity is a classic Southern American confection known for its light, airy, and melt-in-your-mouth texture. It is a type of nougat candy primarily made from sugar, corn syrup, and whipped egg whites, with chopped pecans folded in for a rich, nutty crunch.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This candy is very high in carbohydrates, specifically simple sugars, and contains a moderate amount of fat from the pecans. It provides quick energy but is low in protein and essential nutrients, with a typical 30-gram piece containing around 110-130 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 120 kcal |
| Protein | 1 g |
| Carbs | 19 g |
| Fat | 5 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 17 g |
| Sodium | 15 mg |
| Manganese | 0.3 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.1 mg |
| Copper | 0.1 mg |
| Magnesium | 12 mg |
| Phosphorus | 20 mg |
| Zinc | 0.4 mg |
| Iron | 0.3 mg |
| Vitamin E | 0.3 mg |
Per 1 piece (30 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Divinity is famously temperamental to make, as its success hinges on whipping the hot sugar syrup to the precise 'soft-ball' stage and then beating it with egg whites until it holds a stiff peak. Nutritionally, it's a unique contrast of fluffy, almost fat-free sugar foam studded with heart-healthy, fat-rich pecans.
