Turron Jijona (Spanish-Style Nougat Candy)

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 1

Authentic Turron Jijona Recipe for Christmas dessert

Turron Jijona (Spanish-Style Nougat Candy)

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

365

Sugar

31g

Fat

22g

Turron Jijona, sometimes known as Spanish-Style Nougat Candy, is a beloved Christmas dessert in Spain and several other parts of the world. Popularly made from almonds, honey and egg whites, it has a rich flavor that comes from slowly cooking the honey and stirring in the other ingredients before pouring it into a mold and leaving it to set. Turron Jijona can either be soft and chewy, or hard and crunchy, depending on how long it has been cooked for. This recipe is a great way to bring a little bit of Spain into your home, and it is sure to impress your guests with its delicious flavor.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2.	Grease and line a 9x5 inch loaf pan, keeping extra paper overhanging the long sides to help remove the turron after baking.
3.	In a large bowl, beat together the honey and egg yolks until well combined.
4.	Fold in the ground almonds, cinnamon and lemon zest until you have a thick and sticky mixture.
5.	In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
6.	Gently fold the beaten egg whites into the almond mixture, being careful not to overmix, until fully combined.
7.	Pour the mixture into your prepared pan and smooth the top.
8.	Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the top is lightly golden brown and the edges are beginning to pull away from the sides.
9.	Remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before using the extra paper to carefully remove the turron from the pan.
10.	Slice and serve, dusted with powdered sugar for decoration if desired.

PROS

Turron Jijona is a traditional Christmas sweet in Spain and a popular dessert across the world.

This recipe is simple to make and requires only a few ingredients.

It is a great gluten-free and dairy-free sweet option.

CONS

Turron Jijona can be quite sweet and rich, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.

It is also high in calories due to the honey and almonds, making it important to practice portion control.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Almonds are a great source of healthy fats, protein and fiber.
They can help lower cholesterol levels, reduce blood pressure and protect against chronic diseases.
Honey is rich in antioxidants and has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, while cinnamon is known for its ability to lower blood sugar levels and fight inflammation.

	1 cup orange blossom honey
	1 cup finely ground almonds
	2 egg yolks
	1 teaspoon ground cinnamon ( optional )
	1/8 teaspoon lemon zest ( optional )
	1 egg whites , beaten stiff