SMOKED ALMOND CARAMELS

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Smoked Almond Caramels image

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     dessert

Time 2h21m

Yield 18 caramels

Number Of Ingredients 8

Vegetable oil cooking spray
1 cup (5 ounces) coarsely chopped smoked almonds
1/2 cup heavy cream
1 stick (4 ounces) unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 1/2 cups light brown sugar
1 tablespoon water
3/4 cup bittersweet (60 percent cacao) chocolate chips (recommended: Ghiradelli)
Special equipment: a candy thermometer, a 12-count muffin pan

Steps:

  • Spray a 12-count muffin pan, liberally, with vegetable oil cooking spray. Put the almonds in the bottom of each muffin cup and set aside.
  • For the caramel: In a 3-quart, heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the cream, butter, sugar, and water. Stir over medium heat until the mixture is smooth. Bring the mixture to a boil and cook, without stirring, until a candy thermometer registers 240 degrees F, about 5 to 7 minutes. Let the mixture cool for 30 seconds. Using a long-handled, metal spoon, carefully spoon the caramel over the nuts. Allow the caramel to harden, at room temperature, for 1 hour.
  • Put the chocolate chips in a medium stainless steel or glass bowl. Set the bowl over a saucepan of barely simmering water and stir occasionally until the chocolate has melted, about 4 minutes. Spoon the chocolate over the caramel and refrigerate for 30 minutes. Using a thin-bladed spatula, remove the turtles from the pan (caramel will be hard). Let the turtles stand at room temperature for at least 1 hour (to allow the caramel to soften) before serving.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

jingo moses
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0 stars. Would not make again.


Janusca Loverlot
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This recipe is a fail. Don't waste your time.


Binu Yoga
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I would not recommend this recipe to anyone. It's a waste of time and ingredients.


MDdastagir MDdastagir
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I'm disappointed with this recipe. The caramels didn't turn out at all like the picture.


Habib Wazir
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I don't think these caramels are worth the effort. They're not as good as I thought they would be.


mahmudul hasan09
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These caramels are really hard to cut. I had to use a knife to break them apart.


Ali Ashab
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I had trouble getting the caramels to set. I think I might have cooked them for too long.


purity mumbi
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These caramels are a bit too sweet for my taste, but they're still good.


Simon Merritt
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. These caramels are the perfect holiday gift.


Jiechlat Biel
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These caramels are so easy to make. I can't believe how good they turned out!


Aneer J
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I love the smoky flavor of these caramels. They're the perfect combination of sweet and salty.


Tara Owd
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These caramels are delicious! The smoked almonds add a unique flavor that I really enjoyed.


Mokbul Boyati
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I made these caramels for my friends and they loved them! They're the perfect sweet treat for any occasion.


Rahmatullah Ayobi
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These caramels are so easy to make and they taste like they came from a professional candy shop. I'm so glad I found this recipe.


Zohaib Anwar
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I'm not usually a fan of caramels, but these smoked almond caramels are amazing! The smokiness adds a really nice depth of flavor. I'll definitely be making these again.


Shannon Hagen
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These smoked almond caramels were a hit at my holiday party! They're so easy to make and taste incredibly delicious. I love the combination of smoky and sweet flavors.