This is one of many all time favoites I tried in Germany. I went to the Strawberryfest and you could smell them all the way down the fairway OMG!...served hot out of a huge copper kettle....in a big paper cone....They smell awesome and taste juust as awesome. I hope you enjoy this little taste of Deutchland! Not often found in...
Provided by JoSele Swopes
Categories Appetizers
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. First, scrape the inside of the vanilla bean and add it to the 1/3 cup sugar. I use a sifter with the sugar to break up the sticky seeds and mix it well. Set aside. Instead of throwing it away, you can always put the rest of the vanilla bean in with your vanilla sugar to boost its aroma.
- 2. Add the 3/4 cup sugar, 1/3 cup water and 1 teaspoon cinnamon to the heavy saucepan and set it over medium heat. Stir to mix, then bring it to a boil before adding the almonds.
- 3. Add the almonds to the pan after the sugar water comes to a boil. Stir over high heat, to boil the water away.
- 4. The sugar will finally dry out and the almonds will take on a grey-brown tinge. Keep stirring, so that the almonds do not burn on the bottom of the pan. Turn the heat under the pan to medium or medium-low, to keep the sugar from browning too fast and burning.
- 5. Turn burner to medium-low. At this stage, the sugar heats up and starts to melt. It is already brown from the cinnamon, so it is hard to see the color change. Just keep stirring, so that the almonds become evenly browned and about half of the sugar is melted and gives the almonds a shiny coat.
- 6. A second coating of sugar is added at this point. Pour the reserved 1/3 cup sugar over the almonds and stir. Keep stirring, watching the sugar melt and coat the almonds. Fresh almonds will start crackling or popping about now. This is residual water in the water expanding or escaping. If the almonds are older, there will not be as much noise. Keep stirring until the almonds are fairly shiny, but still a bit lumpy. They will stick together but you will separate them later. When they are shiny, but not burnt (this takes careful watching and decisiveness) remove from heat.
- 7. Spread the almonds on a cookie sheet. They are very hot, so only use a spoon. You may also use buttered foil or a buttered cookie sheet, but here I used a non-stick cookie sheet. While they are cooling, keep breaking them apart. When they are cool enough, continue breaking them apart with your fingers until they are all separated.
- 8. The burnt sugar almonds can be eaten warm, but when they are fully cooled, the candy coating hardens to a nice crunch. Store them in a dry, closed container. They keep for several weeks, if you can refrain from eating them, but almonds will eventually go rancid, so do not keep them too long. Here is a 3 minute video of almonds being prepared for sale in a copper kettle and a fancy mixer. It shows a third coating of sugar on the almonds but they explain that this if difficult to recreate at home.
- 9. If you need a thicker coating, remove the almonds to a colander, melt another cup of sugar in the pan and return the almonds to the caramelized sugar, stirring well. Add several spritzers of water to help the sugar coat evenly. Spread on a cookie sheet and cool as described. The clean-up is very easy. Fill the pan with water and let it soak a few minutes. The sugar dissolves in the excess water and is simple to remove.
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Pooja Pokhrel
[email protected]I can't wait to try this recipe. It looks so easy and delicious.
Eddie Lopez
[email protected]These burnt sugar almonds are the perfect gift for friends and family. They're delicious and festive.
Shano Shaikh
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. These burnt sugar almonds are the perfect addition to my holiday baking repertoire.
life LENNY
[email protected]These burnt sugar almonds are a great make-ahead snack. I love having them on hand for when I need a quick and easy treat.
Noah Freeman-Skinner
[email protected]I've tried many burnt sugar almond recipes, but this one is by far the best. The almonds are perfectly coated and the flavor is amazing.
NaBi BaLti
[email protected]These burnt sugar almonds are the perfect combination of sweet and salty. They're the perfect snack for any occasion.
Vampire Girl
[email protected]I made these almonds for my kids and they loved them! They're a great way to get them to eat their nuts.
Qureshi Yt
[email protected]These burnt sugar almonds are dangerously addictive! I can't stop snacking on them.
Craig Jessica
[email protected]I was pleasantly surprised by how easy this recipe was to follow. Even a novice cook like me could make these delicious almonds.
Lashawn Siaway
[email protected]These burnt sugar almonds are a delicious and festive treat. They're perfect for any holiday party or gathering.
David Griffiths
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the almonds turned out beautifully. They're the perfect balance of sweet and crunchy.
rocko rock star
[email protected]These burnt sugar almonds are the perfect snack to satisfy your sweet tooth. They're also a great gift for friends and family.
Sadiki Fundi
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it always turns out great. The almonds are perfectly coated in the sugar and have a wonderful crunch.
Mike Gottberg
[email protected]These burnt sugar almonds were a hit at my holiday party! They're so easy to make and taste delicious.