Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors and textures presented by Chocolate-Covered Almond Brittle - a confection that captivates the senses and elevates any occasion. This irresistible treat combines the rich, decadent taste of chocolate with the crisp, nutty allure of almond brittle, resulting in a culinary masterpiece that is both visually stunning and utterly delicious. As you bite into this delectable morsel, the smooth, velvety chocolate coating yields to reveal a symphony of crunchy almonds and brittle shards, each element contributing its unique texture to the overall experience.
To guide you on your culinary journey, we have compiled a collection of meticulously crafted recipes that cater to diverse preferences and skill levels. Whether you're a seasoned baker or just starting your culinary exploration, our recipes will empower you to recreate this delectable treat in the comfort of your own kitchen.
In our first recipe, we present the Classic Chocolate-Covered Almond Brittle, a timeless recipe that showcases the perfect balance between chocolate and brittle. For those seeking a vegan alternative, our Vegan Chocolate-Covered Almond Brittle offers a plant-based rendition that doesn't compromise on taste or texture. If you're captivated by the allure of dark chocolate, our Dark Chocolate-Covered Almond Brittle will tantalize your taste buds with its rich, intense flavor.
For those with a sweet tooth, our Salted Caramel Chocolate-Covered Almond Brittle introduces a delightful twist with its luscious caramel filling, while our Peanut Butter Chocolate-Covered Almond Brittle offers a harmonious blend of chocolate, peanut butter, and almond brittle. And for a touch of sophistication, our Espresso Chocolate-Covered Almond Brittle infuses the classic recipe with the aromatic essence of coffee.
As you embark on this culinary adventure, we recommend experimenting with different chocolate and brittle variations to create your own signature Chocolate-Covered Almond Brittle. Whether you prefer milk chocolate, dark chocolate, or a blend of both, the possibilities are endless. You can also incorporate various nuts, such as pistachios, hazelnuts, or walnuts, to add a unique twist to the classic recipe. The journey to crafting the perfect Chocolate-Covered Almond Brittle awaits – let's begin!
CHOCOLATE ALMOND BRITTLE
Here in Kern County, there are thousands of acres of almond orchards. I like to experiment with recipes—always trying to come up with something new. This candy is the result of altering, adding and a lot of taste testing (somebody had to do it!). I think it turned out rather well. —Pat Parsons, Bakersfield, California
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 15m
Yield about 1 pound.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Grease a 15x10x1-in. metal baking pan; set aside. In a 1-1/2-qt. microwave-safe bowl, combine the sugar, corn syrup and salt. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 2-1/2 minutes. Stir in almonds; cook on high for 2-1/2 minutes. Add the butter and vanilla; cook on high for 1 minute., Stir in baking soda. As soon as the mixture foams, quickly pour onto a greased metal baking sheet. Cool completely. Break into 2-in. pieces. , Melt chocolate coating in a microwave. Dip 1 side of brittle int chocolate and place on waxed paper to harden. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 483 calories, Fat 22g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 313mg sodium, Carbohydrate 73g carbohydrate (62g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
CHOCOLATE-COVERED ALMOND BUTTER BRICKLE
I love a soft brittle because the texture is wonderful and different. The flavors in this one remind me of a favorite candy bar. -JoAnn Belack, Bradenton, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield about 1-3/4 pounds.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Grease a 15x10x1-in. pan with 1-1/2 teaspoons butter. Place almond butter in a microwave-safe bowl; microwave, covered, at 50% power 30-60 seconds or until softened, stirring once. In a small bowl, dissolve baking soda in 1 teaspoon water. Set aside almond butter and baking soda mixture., In a large heavy saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup and 2 tablespoons water. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Using a pastry brush dipped in water, wash down sides of the pan to eliminate sugar crystals. Cook until a candy thermometer reads 240° (soft-ball stage), stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes. Add remaining butter; cook until candy thermometer reads 300° (hard-crack stage), stirring frequently, about 5 minutes longer. , Remove from heat; stir in the softened almond butter, almond extract and dissolved baking soda. (Candy will foam.) Immediately pour into prepared pan. Spread to 1/4-in. thickness., Sprinkle with chocolate chips; let stand until chocolate begins to melt. Spread evenly; sprinkle with almonds and coconut, pressing slightly to adhere. Cool slightly. Refrigerate 1 hour or until chocolate is set. , Break candy into pieces. Store between layers of waxed paper in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts :
CHOCOLATE-ALMOND BRITTLE
Make the crunchy candy with toasted chopped almonds and cocoa powder.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 1h
Yield 24 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Spread the almonds on a rimmed baking sheet and cook, stirring once, until toasted, about 10 minutes and set aside.
- Lay a silicone baking mat on a rimmed baking sheet (or line the pan with aluminum foil and lightly butter). Spread the butter on the underside of a large offset metal spatula. Whisk the cocoa and baking soda together in a small bowl.
- Put the sugar, corn syrup and 3/4 cup water in a deep medium saucepan and attach a candy thermometer to the side. Cook over medium heat, stirring gently with a wooden spoon, just until the sugar dissolves. Increase the heat to high and boil the mixture until it reaches 310 degrees F or hard-crack stage.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and carefully whisk in the cocoa mixture until combined. Stir in the toasted nuts with a wooden spoon. Working quickly, pour the hot brittle onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it as thin as possible with the buttered spatula. Cool for 5 minutes, then loosen the brittle from the pan with the spatula. Cool completely and then break into pieces. Store at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
SIMPLE CHOCOLATE-COVERED ALMONDS
Almonds are a wholesome snack and adding chocolate can also satisfy a chocolate craving.
Provided by thedailygourmet
Categories Ingredients Nuts and Seed Recipes Almond Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Set a pot of water over medium heat and bring to a boil. Add a double boiler to the top of the pot and lower heat to a simmer.
- Add chocolate and coconut oil to the double boiler. Stir until chocolate is melted.
- Place a drip rack over a parchment-lined pan. Place almonds on top of the drip rack. Pour chocolate over the almonds. Allow chocolate to dry.
- Once dry, store almonds in a resealable container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 248.7 calories, Carbohydrate 17.8 g, Fat 19.4 g, Fiber 4.8 g, Protein 5.8 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 38.6 mg, Sugar 8.6 g
CHOCOLATE ALMOND BRITTLE RECIPE - (4.2/5)
Provided by ellenbalizabeth
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Toast almonds by spreading them in a single layer on a plate and microwaving on high for 2 to 3 minutes (stir after each minute). On foil-lined baking sheet, arrange almonds in a single layer over an area measuring approximately 13x9 inches. In a heavy 2-quart saucepan combine butter, sugar, vanilla, and salt. Cook over med-high heat, stirring constantly with a clean, dry wooden spoon till butter is melted. Continue cooking and stirring for approximately. 7 to 10 minutes until candy is the color of the brown skin of the almonds; it will start smoking slightly. Immediately pour candy, without scraping pan, over almonds, covering all nuts. Sprinkle chocolate chips evenly over the hot candy. Wait 1 minute and spread the melted chocolate until it is smooth. Sprinkle with pecans. Let cool and break into pieces. Store in a tightly covered container in cool place or refrigerator.
CHOCOLATE-COVERED ALMOND BRITTLE
Categories Candy Chocolate Dessert Quick & Easy Almond Winter Gourmet Kidney Friendly Vegan Vegetarian Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes about 1 1/2 pounds
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Butter a large baking sheet and a metal spatula.
- In a heavy 5-6 quart saucepan combine water, sugar, and corn syrup and bring to a boil over moderately high heat, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Boil syrup, without stirring, until it registers 310°F. on a candy thermometer.
- Remove pan from heat (syrup will be very hot). Carefully add baking soda and salt and, working quickly, stir until syrup foams and thickens. Stir in almonds and pour mixture onto prepare baking sheet, spreading with prepared spatula.
- Cool brittle 5 minutes and sprinkle chocolate evenly over it. Let chocolate melt, about 5 minutes, and spread it with a clean spatula. Chill brittle on baking sheet until chocolate hardens. Loosen brittle with a clean spatula from baking sheet and, holding brittle underneath with palms of hands to avoid smearing chocolate, drop from height of a few inches onto work surface to break into pieces. Transfer brittle, separating it with layers of wax paper, to airtight container. Brittle keeps, covered and chilled, 2 weeks.
CHOCOLATE ALMOND BARK
Provided by Geoffrey Zakarian
Categories dessert
Time 2h15m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Butter a baking sheet or use a silicone baking mat (preferred).
- Bring about 1 inch of water to a simmer in a medium saucepan with a bowl fitted to sit just above the simmering water. Add the chocolate. When the chocolate is melted, remove the bowl from the heat and stir in the almonds. Spread on the baking sheet in a thin uniform layer. Let set for 5 minutes, then sprinkle with the salt. Chill in the refrigerator until firm, at least 2 hours.
- Break the bark into 1- to 2-inch pieces. Store in a cool, dry place, stacked between layers of foil or parchment in an airtight container. The bark will keep, tightly sealed in your pantry, for up to a week.
CHOCOLATE DIPPED SMOKED ALMOND BACON BRITTLE
Not even remotely healthy, but oh so good. The chocolate drizzle can be optional. From Jane Rockmill's "I Love Bacon" cookbook. Great as a gift or bakesale.
Provided by gailanng
Categories Candy
Time 35m
Yield 3 pounds
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cut bacon into bite-size pieces. Place pieces in large saute pan and cook over medium heat until crispy, about 10 minutes. Drain and set aside. Coarsely chop smoked almonds and set aside. Line baking sheet with silicone liner or waxed paper.
- In large saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup and water. Cook mixture on medium-high heat about 4 minutes or until sugar turns thick and syrupy. Slowly add softened butter and continue stirring until mixture emulsifies. Keep cooking and stirring until mixture is golden brown, about 4 minutes longer.
- Remove pan from heat. If mixture is not smooth, whisk until it is. Stir in baking soda, salt, peppercorns, crispy bacon bits and almonds. Quickly but carefully pour brittle onto prepared baking sheet. When cool and hard, break brittle into bite-size pieces.
- Melt chocolate in microwave in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring in between intervals, until mixture is entirely melted but not hot. Cool chocolate to room temperature, then either dip pieces of brittle in the chocolate or drizzle the chocolate on top. Chill brittle until chocolate is set. Store in a tightly sealed container for up to 1 week.
DARK CHOCOLATE ALMOND ROCKS
Dark chocolate almond rocks for a mouthful of sweet nutty goodness!
Provided by Artystique
Categories Desserts Nut Dessert Recipes Almond Dessert Recipes
Time 28m
Yield 20
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Spread almonds in a large skillet; toast over medium heat until starting to brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Pour almonds into a bowl.
- Melt chocolate in top of a double boiler over simmering water, stirring frequently and scraping down the sides to avoid scorching, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat; pour in almonds and stir until evenly coated.
- Drop spoonfuls of chocolate-almond mixture onto a plate lined with waxed paper.
- Chill until set, about 10 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 60.4 calories, Carbohydrate 7.1 g, Fat 3.8 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 2.6 mg, Sugar 0.1 g
Tips:
- Use a heavy saucepan: This will help to distribute the heat evenly and prevent the brittle from burning.
- Be patient: It takes time for the sugar to reach the right temperature, so don't rush the process.
- Have all of your ingredients ready to go before you start cooking: This will help to ensure that the brittle doesn't set too quickly.
- Use a candy thermometer to measure the temperature of the sugar: This is the best way to ensure that the brittle reaches the right consistency.
- Work quickly once the sugar has reached the right temperature: The brittle will start to set quickly, so you need to work quickly to pour it out and shape it.
- Be careful not to overcook the brittle: If the brittle is overcooked, it will be hard and brittle. It should be a light golden brown color.
Conclusion:
Chocolate-covered almond brittle is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a sweet and crunchy confection that will be enjoyed by people of all ages. So next time you're looking for a special treat, give this chocolate-covered almond brittle recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!
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