Description
A sophisticated holiday candy featuring toasted almonds encased in a buttery, salted caramel glass. Perfectly balanced between sweet and salty with a legendary snap.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/3 cup light corn syrup
- 2 cups toasted almonds
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Toast almonds in a dry pan over medium heat until golden.
- Combine sugar, butter, and corn syrup in a heavy pot over medium heat.
- Boil the mixture without stirring until it reaches 300°F (hard crack stage).
- Remove from heat and quickly stir in vanilla and sea salt.
- Fold in the toasted almonds until evenly coated.
- Spread onto parchment paper and cool for 1 hour before breaking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American