Almond Butter Crunch Candy Recipe

Ingredients for Almond Butter Crunch Candy

• 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
• Granulated Sugar
• Light Corn Syrup
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 cup coarsely chopped almonds; 1/2 cup finely chopped almonds
• Milk Chocolate Candy Bars

How to Make Almond Butter Crunch Candy

1. **Candy Base:** In a large saucepan, melt 1 cup (2 sticks) of unsalted butter over medium heat.
2. Add 2 cups granulated sugar, 1/2 cup light corn syrup, and 1/4 cup water to the melted butter.
3. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the mixture reaches the hard-crack stage (300°F) on a candy thermometer. Pay close attention after 280°F as the temperature rises quickly.
4. Quickly remove from heat and stir in 1 cup coarsely chopped almonds.
5. Immediately pour the mixture into an ungreased 9x13 inch baking pan.
6. Let cool completely until firm. Then, carefully turn the candy out onto a sheet of waxed paper.
7. **Chocolate Topping:** Melt 12 ounces of your favorite semi-sweet chocolate chips in a double boiler or microwave according to package instructions.
8. Spread half of the melted chocolate evenly over the cooled candy.
9. Sprinkle half of 1/2 cup finely chopped almonds over the chocolate.
10. Cover with wax paper and invert the candy.
11. Spread the remaining melted chocolate over the other side, and sprinkle with the remaining finely chopped almonds.
12. If needed, chill in the refrigerator until the chocolate is completely firm.
13. Once firm, break the candy into pieces.