Hello dear readers! Today we're sharing an easy homemade nougat recipe that you can make at home, which is both budget-friendly and incredibly delicious. This recipe requires only 4 ingredients, needs no oven, and the result is amazingly soft! It's a wonderful treat you can serve to your guests or prepare when you want to give yourself a little indulgence.

What is Nougat?

Nougat is a traditional confection typically made with sugar, honey, and nuts like almonds and pistachios, with roots in Mediterranean cuisine. In our recipe, we'll use marshmallows to create a much more practical and easy-to-make homemade version.

Ingredients

  • 70 grams butter or margarine
  • 250 grams marshmallows
  • 50 grams milk powder
  • 150 grams mixed nuts (you can use almonds, hazelnuts, pistachios, walnuts)

Instructions

Step 1: Melt the Butter

Heat a large saucepan over medium heat and add 70 grams of butter. Wait for the butter to melt completely, but be careful not to burn it.

Step 2: Add the Marshmallows

Once the butter has melted, add 250 grams of marshmallows. Stir constantly to ensure the marshmallows melt completely and blend with the butter. This process takes about 3-4 minutes. The mixture should become smooth and creamy.

Step 3: Add the Milk Powder

After the marshmallows have completely melted and combined with the butter, add 50 grams of milk powder. Stir quickly to prevent the milk powder from clumping. It's important that all ingredients form a homogeneous mixture.

Step 4: Add the Nuts

Once the mixture becomes homogeneous, turn off the heat. Immediately add your 150 grams of mixed nuts and stir quickly. Make sure the nuts are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.

Step 5: Shape It

Place parchment paper on your counter. Pour the prepared nougat mixture onto the parchment paper. Using a spatula or spoon, flatten the mixture into a rectangular shape about 2-3 cm thick.

Step 6: Let It Set

Allow your nougat to cool slightly at room temperature. Then refrigerate for 2 hours. This time is necessary for the nougat to harden and reach the right consistency for slicing.

Step 7: Slice and Serve

After removing from the refrigerator, use a sharp knife to cut into desired sizes. Your nougat pieces are ready to serve!

Tips and Suggestions

  • Nut Selection: You can try different nuts like almonds, hazelnuts, pistachios, walnuts, or cashews. You can also add crackers if you like.
  • Add Chocolate: For a richer flavor, you can add 50 grams of melted dark chocolate to the mixture.
  • Dried Fruit Alternative: You can use dried raisins, apricots, or figs instead of or along with nuts.
  • Storage Tips: Store your nougat in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
  • Slicing Tip: For easier slicing, dip your knife in hot water and dry it before cutting.

Why Should You Try This Recipe?

✓ Made with only 4 ingredients ✓ No oven required ✓ Ready in less than 30 minutes (excluding resting time) ✓ Great snack for kids ✓ Elegant and delicious for serving guests ✓ Budget-friendly and practical ✓ Customizable to your taste

Video Tutorial

Don't forget to check out the video on our YouTube channel to see all the steps of this nougat recipe in detail! In the video, we show each step carefully and share helpful tips.

We hope you get a chance to try this easy nougat recipe. If you do, don't forget to share your experience with us! We look forward to your comments and suggestions.

Enjoy! 🍬

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