CHOCOLATE AND CINNAMON SUGAR ALMONDS
This are delightflul little nuggets with layers of flavor. I slightly adapted a Martha Stewart recipe - like all MS recipe's they tend to be a bit fussy, but the results are worth a little fuss. The original called for unblanched almonds - I don't bother and they always get scarffed up. You can skip the chocolate and cocoa steps for simple spiced almonds, also good, but the whole combination is devine! The secret to this not being to much work is the right cooling rack - you want the type that has bars in both directions (open squares), this allows the excess chocolate to drip down but not the almonds. I used two other types which were major pains in the ... , but I liked the almonds so much I bought new racks! These make great gifts packaged up in pretty cellophane bags. You can double the recipe, but don't do more then that at once it gets a bit unwieldy.
Provided by momaphet
Categories < 4 Hours
Time 2h
Yield 1/2 lb. almonds
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Place almonds in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet and toast until fragrant, about 10 minutes, shaking the pan halfway through. Line a rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper and place a cooling rack on top; set aside.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, water, toasted almonds, and cinnamon. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring constantly, until sugar becomes golden, then starts to crystallize, and almonds are completely coated, about 8 minutes. (As the sugar cooks it seems really dry and you think it can't be right, keep stirring) Pour the almond mixture onto the parchment-lined baking sheet. Transfer to the freezer or refrigerator to chill for 15 minutes - or just let cool.
- Place the chocolate in a heatproof bowl and set over a pan of simmering water. Stir until melted. Add the chilled almond mixture, stirring until nuts are thoroughly coated. Spoon onto cooling rack-lined baking sheet. Separate almonds with a fork. Place baking sheets in refrigerator until chocolate is set, 3 to 4 minutes.
- Place cocoa powder in a large bowl and add the almond mixture. Toss to coat, shaking off excess cocoa powder. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 month.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 6008.5, Fat 470.7, SaturatedFat 168.9, Sodium 131.5, Carbohydrate 523.8, Fiber 153.6, Sugar 272.9, Protein 167.7
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Christopher Howard
[email protected]I love the fact that this recipe doesn't require any special ingredients. I always have everything I need on hand to make them.
Tanya Od
[email protected]These almonds are a great way to use up leftover chocolate chips.
Ra Ax
[email protected]I've never been a big fan of almonds, but these chocolate and cinnamon sugar almonds have changed my mind. They're so delicious, I can't stop eating them!
Choudray Hassan
[email protected]These almonds are the perfect addition to a trail mix or a yogurt parfait.
Ndeck Aback
[email protected]I love how crunchy these almonds are. They're the perfect texture for a snack.
Chuma Mahamba
[email protected]These almonds are a great way to satisfy my sweet tooth without feeling guilty. They're a healthy and delicious snack that I can feel good about eating.
Abbasi Waleed
[email protected]I've made these almonds for bake sales and they always sell out first. They're a crowd-pleaser for sure!
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[email protected]These almonds are the perfect gift for friends and family. They're easy to make and everyone loves them.
Malisa Anabel
[email protected]I love the combination of chocolate and cinnamon sugar in this recipe. It's a unique and delicious flavor that I can't get enough of.
Lia Mata
[email protected]I've made these almonds several times and they always turn out perfectly. They're the perfect balance of sweet and salty.
Nadiyar Akter
[email protected]These almonds are so easy to make, and they're a great way to use up leftover egg whites.
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[email protected]I made these almonds for a holiday party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them, even people who don't usually like almonds.
Sarena Quinlan
[email protected]My kids love these almonds! They're a great after-school snack or a special treat for lunchboxes.
Angela Mcshane
[email protected]I love how versatile this recipe is. I've used different types of nuts, like pecans and walnuts, and they all turn out great. I've also experimented with different spices, like nutmeg and ginger. The possibilities are endless!
ingsho boss
[email protected]These chocolate and cinnamon sugar almonds are the perfect sweet and salty snack! They're easy to make and always a hit with my friends and family.