1/2 cup water
1 cup sugar
1-1/2 cups corn syrup
5 egg whites
a pinch of salt
1/4 cup Godiva Liqueur
1/4 pound (1 stick) butter at room temperature
1/4 cup confectioner’s sugar
Put the water, sugar and corn syrup in a medium, heavy-bottomed saucepan and cook over high heat to soft ball (240 degrees). If necessary, stir a few times to help dissolve the sugar crystals.
Meanwhile, in an immaculately clean and dry mixing bowl, whisk the egg whites with a pinch of salt. When soft peaks form, sprinkle on the teaspoon of sugar and whisk until the peaks stiffen to the consistency of shaving cream. Set aside until the syrup is ready.
While constantly whisking the egg whites, carefully drizzle in the hot syrup. Mix in the Godiva Liqueur and continue to whisk until cooled down, thickened and spreadable.
In the bowl of an electric mixer, whisk together the butter and confectioner’s sugar. Fold in the egg white mixture.