Indulge in the nostalgic charm of Old-Fashioned Butter Crunch, a delightful confection that takes you back in time. This classic treat features a delicate toffee center encased in a crisp, buttery crust, creating a symphony of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. Our collection of recipes offers a variety of takes on this timeless dessert, catering to different preferences and skill levels. From the traditional method using a candy thermometer to a simplified version in the microwave, we have you covered. Explore the secrets of crafting the perfect butter crunch, with tips on achieving the ideal crunch and avoiding common pitfalls. Discover the joy of creating this homemade candy that is sure to become a cherished family tradition.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
OLD-TIME BUTTER CRUNCH CANDY
Both my children and my grandchildren say the season wouldn't be the same without the big tray of candies and cookies I prepare. This one's the most popular part of that collection. We love the nutty pieces draped in chocolate. -Mildred Duffy, Bella Vista, Arkansas
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 40m
Yield about 2 pounds.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Line a 13x9-in. pan with foil; set aside. Using part of the butter, grease the sides of a large heavy saucepan. Add remaining butter to saucepan; melt over low heat. Add sugar, corn syrup and water. Cook and stir over medium heat until a candy thermometer reads 300° (hard-crack stage). , Remove from the heat and stir in almonds. Quickly pour into the prepared pan, spreading to cover bottom of pan. Cool completely. Carefully invert pan to remove candy in 1 piece; remove foil. , Melt half of the chocolate in a double boiler or microwave-safe bowl; spread over top of candy. Let cool. Turn candy over and repeat with remaining chocolate; cool. Break into 2-in. pieces. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 375 calories, Fat 26g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 137mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (29g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
BUTTERY ALMOND CRUNCH
Meet the Cook: This delectable candy is crisp but not as hard as peanut brittle. Some people say it reminds them of the toffee center of a well-known candy bar. Besides cooking, I enjoy gardening, sewing, needlework and family get-togethers. Husband Bob and I have six children, nine grandkids and three great-grandkids. -Mildred Clothier, Oregon, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 20m
Yield 10 ounces.
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Line an 8-in. square pan with foil; butter the foil with 1/2 tablespoon butter. Set aside., Spread the sides of a heavy saucepan with 1/2 tablespoon butter. Add 1/2 cup of butter, sugar and corn syrup. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly. Cook and stir until mixture is golden brown, about 3 minutes. Stir in almonds. Quickly pour into prepared pan. , Refrigerate until firm. Invert pan and remove foil. Break candy into pieces.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 379 calories, Fat 30g fat (13g saturated fat), Cholesterol 55mg cholesterol, Sodium 214mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.
THE BEST LOUISIANA CRUNCH CAKE EVER
One of my all time favorite southern classic desserts, that is excellent during the holidays, and even better everyday!
Provided by TwinGodesses
Categories Dessert
Time 1h
Yield 1 Cake, 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 350 Degrees Fahrenheit.
- 2. Sift together cake flour, salt, baking powder and soda. Set aside.
- 3. In a large separate bowl, beat butter until very fluffy (approx. 5 minuets) then add 2 cups of sugar. Continue to beat until light and fluffy (approx. 2 more minutes).
- 4. Beat in eggs, one at a time, making sure that each egg is thoroughly blended before adding the next egg.
- 5. Mix in sour cream and vanilla extract.
- 6. Blend in some of the dry ingredients followed by some of the buttermilk in alternates. This is a way to ensure that the ingredients are being thoroughly blended together -- For example; add dry mixture followed by buttermilk, dry mixture, buttermilk dry mixture -- so on and so forth -- DO NOT OVER BEAT OTHERWISE CAKE WILL BECOME HARD AS A BRICK ONCE FINISHED BAKING!
- 7. Grease a bundt cake pan. I used a non stick angle food spring formed tube pan. If you do not have a non stick pan, be sure to grease your pan and dust with flour! Add in 1/4 cup of sugar to the bottom of pan and about 3 inches up the sides, tapping the pan to ensure even distribution. Leave excess sugar in pan. Sprinkle coconut flakes to the bottom of the pan. Scrape batter into the bundt pan and spread evenly.
- 8. Bake for about 50 minutes to an hour or until a wooden skewer inserted comes out clean (if it comes out wet, bake another 10 minutes or so, if it comes out crumbly, you over baked the cake).
- 9. Let cake cool for about 10 minutes, then carefully remove from pan, making sure that the sugary coconut side is faced upward. Use a knife to scrape the sides if cake becomes stuck. (this step is very important otherwise your cake will continue to bake and will become very dry and completely stuck in the pan).
- 10. Drizzle glaze over the crunchy top portion of cake. Please use my Vanilla Almond Glaze recipe to complete this cake!
PEANUT BUTTER OLD FASHIONED
Steps:
- Measure the Peanut Butter Infused Rye, Salted Honey Syrup and bitters into a mixing glass, add ice and stir. Strain over fresh ice in a rocks glass.
- Combine the peanut butter with the rye and freeze overnight.
- Strain the mixture through a coffee filter-lined chinois 2 to 3 times to remove the oil. Reserve the infused peanut butter and rye separately.
- Combine the honey and hot water in a container. Add the kosher salt and stir to combine.
Tips:
- Use unsalted butter: This allows you to control the amount of salt in the toffee, and prevents it from becoming too salty.
- Cook the sugar mixture until it reaches the hard crack stage: This is when the sugar mixture turns a deep amber color and cracks when dropped into cold water.
- Stir the sugar mixture constantly: This prevents it from burning.
- Add the butter and vanilla extract all at once: This will help to prevent the toffee from crystallizing.
- Pour the toffee onto a greased baking sheet: This will help to prevent it from sticking.
- Let the toffee cool completely before breaking it into pieces: This will help to prevent it from crumbling.
- Store the toffee in an airtight container at room temperature: It will keep for up to 2 weeks.
Conclusion:
Old-fashioned butter crunch is a delicious and easy-to-make candy that is perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a batch of this classic treat that is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a sweet and crunchy snack, give this recipe a try!
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