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Torrone (Italian Nut and Nougat Confection)

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Torrone (Italian Nut and Nougat Confection)

Italian torrone is very easy to make at home, but it does take a while — mostly standing at the stove and stirring. But it's worth it for the gorgeous nut-studded, amazingly textured nougat candy you get. A fantastic treat for holiday gifting!

Ingredients

  • 2 (8x10-inch) sheets wafer paper (edible rice paper)

  • 3 cups roasted almonds

  • 1 cup roasted pistachios

  • 1 ⅓ cups light amber honey

  • 1 cup white sugar

  • 3 tablespoons white sugar

  • 2 large egg whites, at room temperature

  • 1 pinch salt

  • 1 tablespoon lemon zest

  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract