Make Exotic Lavender Nougat Candy

By Kathy Gehrt
Published on November 26, 2008
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The finished lavender almond nougat candy.
The finished lavender almond nougat candy.
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Delicious nougat candy uses simple ingredients.
Delicious nougat candy uses simple ingredients.

Dating from the time of the Roman Empire, nougat is a traditional French candy made with sugar or honey, egg whites and roasted nuts. The version of this sweet treat infused with lavender tastes like summer in Provence. Once you have tasted lavender nougat, you’ll know why it was made for special occasions as an offering to the gods.

The story I prefer tells that a farmer’s wife created nougat candy to take advantage of plentiful almonds, honey and eggs from her farm. I am sure she also added a touch of lavender.

This modern version of the candy can be a tasty holiday gift. Wrap individual pieces in colorful foil wrappers for a festive touch.

Lavender flowers give this confection its fragrant flavor. If you have lavender in your garden, you can harvest the flowers in the summer. Simply dry and store them in an airtight container in your pantry. Or you can buy dried lavender at natural food stores.

Lavender Almond Nougat

2 cups sugar

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