Almond Cream Crema Di Mandorle Recipe

Ingredients for Almond Cream Crema Di Mandorle

• 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• Blanched Almond
• Whipping Cream
• Brandy

How to Make Almond Cream Crema Di Mandorle

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet.
2. In a small saucepan over low heat, melt 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter.
3. Add 1/2 cup granulated sugar and cook, stirring constantly, until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
4. Stir in 1 cup slivered almonds.
5. Spread the almond mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet.
6. Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until lightly golden.
7. Remove from oven and let cool completely. Once cool, coarsely crush the almond mixture into crumbs.
8. In a large bowl, whip 2 cups heavy cream with an electric mixer until stiff peaks form.
9. Stir in 2 tablespoons of brandy or your favorite liqueur (optional).
10. Reserve about 1/4 cup of the almond crumbs for garnish.
11. Gently fold the remaining almond crumbs into the whipped cream.
12. Spoon the almond cream mixture into 4-6 dessert dishes.
13. Sprinkle with the reserved almond crumbs.
14. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until set, before serving.