Saffron and Pistachio Nougat Bites (Gaz)

Ingredients

• 1 cup Sugar
• 1/2 cup Water
• 1/2 cup Honey
• 2 large Egg Whites
• 1 cup Pistachios
• 1 tablespoon Rosewater
• 1/4 teaspoon Saffron Threads
• 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

Instructions

1. 1In a saucepan, combine sugar and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Bring to a boil and cook until the mixture reaches the hard-ball stage (250°F or 121°C) on a candy thermometer.
2. 2In a separate saucepan, heat honey over low heat.
3. 3While the sugar syrup is cooking, beat the egg whites in a stand mixer until stiff peaks form.
4. 4Slowly drizzle the hot sugar syrup into the beaten egg whites, continuing to beat on high speed until the mixture is thick and glossy (about 10-15 minutes).
5. 5Gradually add the heated honey, saffron threads, rosewater, and vanilla extract to the mixture. Beat until well combined.
6. 6Fold in the pistachios.
7. 7Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper. Pour the nougat mixture into the pan and spread evenly.
8. 8Let cool completely at room temperature. Cut into small squares or rectangles.
9. 9Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

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