Crispy Sugar Almonds
Coat the almond pieces with sugar and toast until fragrant; the degree of cooking determines the color and texture.
Ingredients
sugar
30 g
water
10 ml
almond pieces
30 g
Instructions
1
Step 1
Place the sugar in a small saucepan and add enough water to just moisten all of the sugar. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Once it boils and the water begins to gradually evaporate, turn off the heat. The target temperature is around 115–118°C.
2
Step 2
Immediately add the almond pieces and stir thoroughly with a wooden spatula.
3
Step 3
Continue stirring until the viscous syrup turns into white crystals coating the almond pieces. Keep stirring to maintain a loose, separated texture.
4
Step 4
Return to medium heat and stir-fry while continuing to stir. The mixture will gradually release its aroma and begin to turn color. Cook until it reaches the desired shade.
5
Step 5
Pour onto a plate or silicone mat to cool.
