Candied Almonds Recipe

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Candied Almonds
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Ingredients:

  • 1 cup almonds
  • 1 pinch of sea salt (you might also want to try fleur de sel
  • 1 pinch cinnamon (optional)
  • 1 cup water (optional)

Directions:

  1. The preparation is very easy. But it's essential that you use a saucepan with a thick bottom so that the heat will spread evenly. Some cookbooks suggest that you start by mixing sugar and water over medium heat in order to receive a smoother caramel but I don't feel that's necessary. So I just mix the sugar, cinnamon (optional. Also try chili flakes!) and the raw almonds in the saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Stir constantly! After a while the sugar will dissolve. Now it's important to continue stirring. Warning: Use a heat-resistant spoon made of silicone or wood. Because the caramel gets awfully hot. Don't touch it or taste it as long as it is fluid!
  3. When the caramel has thickened and browned, transfer the caramelized almonds on a non-stick surface. Parchment or baking paper is a good choice. Spread the caramelized almonds on the parchment paper and sprinkle with salt (optional).
  4. Let cool and separate the candied almonds. They keep fresh in an airtight container for days. You can snack them as they are or use them to decorate cakes. You can also crush them to them as mix-in for ice cream.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 407.53 Kcal (1706 kJ)
Calories from fat 172.92 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 19.21g 30%
Sodium 32.8mg 1%
Potassium 240.16mg 5%
Total Carbs 56.94g 19%
Sugars 51.81g 207%
Dietary Fiber 3.66g 15%
Protein 7.62g 15%
Iron 1.1mg 6%
Calcium 92.6mg 9%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 279.85 Kcal (1172 kJ)
Calories from fat 118.74 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 13.19g 30%
Sodium 22.53mg 1%
Potassium 164.92mg 5%
Total Carbs 39.1g 19%
Sugars 35.58g 207%
Dietary Fiber 2.51g 15%
Protein 5.23g 15%
Iron 0.8mg 6%
Calcium 63.6mg 9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Find out how many calories should you eat.

Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 9
    Points
  • 12
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free,
  • very low sodium,
  • cholesterol free,
  • good source of fiber

Bad Points

  • High in Sugar

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