Chocolate Macadamia Crunch Candy Recipe

Indulge in these irresistible Chocolate Macadamia Crunch Candies! Rich, sweet, and incredibly crunchy, these bite-sized treats are the perfect ending to any meal. Perfect for entertaining guests, each person can savor as much or as little as they desire. This recipe, adapted from Taste of Home's 2003 cookbook, is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Easy to make and utterly delicious – get ready for rave reviews!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 2829.4 kcal
Protein 51g
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Ingredients for Chocolate Macadamia Crunch Candy

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How to Make Chocolate Macadamia Crunch Candy

  1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the butter, brown sugar, and corn syrup. Bring to a boil, stirring constantly.
  2. Once boiling, reduce heat to low and simmer for 5 minutes, continuing to stir.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in the chocolate chips until melted and smooth.
  4. Stir in the macadamia nuts and vanilla extract.
  5. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  6. Drop spoonfuls of the chocolate mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each candy.
  7. Let the candies cool and harden completely at room temperature (approximately 1-2 hours).
  8. Once hardened, break apart any large pieces into smaller candies.
  9. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

45 g

Sugar

811g

Fat

464g

Carbs

87g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Chocolate Macadamia Crunch Candy?

Chocolate Macadamia Crunch Candy takes about 35 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Chocolate Macadamia Crunch Candy?

Chocolate Macadamia Crunch Candy has approximately 2829.4 calories per serving, with about 51 g protein, 87 g carbohydrates and 325 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Chocolate Macadamia Crunch Candy?

The key ingredients for Chocolate Macadamia Crunch Candy are Chocolate Chips, Salted Cashews, Salted Macadamia Nut, Butter, Sugar, Light Corn Syrup. See the full list with measurements above.

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