Toffee Almond Crunch Recipe

Indulge in this irresistible Toffee Almond Crunch recipe, a delightful treat from a Good Housekeeping cookbook! This recipe is incredibly versatile – enjoy it with or without the rich, decadent chocolate coating. Crisp toffee, crunchy almonds, and a hint of sweetness make this the perfect homemade candy for any occasion. Easy to follow instructions and stunning results await!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 199.8 kcal
Protein 5g
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Ingredients for Toffee Almond Crunch

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How to Make Toffee Almond Crunch

  1. Lightly grease a 15 1/2 x 10 1/2-inch jelly-roll pan.
  2. In a heavy 2-quart saucepan, combine 1 cup granulated sugar, 1/2 cup light corn syrup, and 1/4 cup water.
  3. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves and the syrup is bubbling.
  4. Stir in 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter.
  5. Insert a candy thermometer and continue cooking, stirring frequently, until the temperature reaches 300-310°F (150-154°C), about 20 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat.
  7. Reserve 1/3 cup of the almonds; stir the remaining 1 2/3 cups slivered almonds into the hot syrup.
  8. Immediately pour the hot mixture into the prepared pan.
  9. Working quickly, use two forks to spread the mixture evenly.
  10. Let the candy cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
  11. Meanwhile, in a heavy 1-quart saucepan, melt 6 ounces unsweetened chocolate, 6 ounces semisweet chocolate, and 1/4 cup shortening over low heat, stirring until smooth.
  12. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
  13. Carefully lift the cooled candy from the pan in one piece and place it on a cutting board.
  14. Use a narrow metal spatula to spread the warm chocolate evenly over the candy.
  15. Sprinkle with the reserved 1/3 cup almonds, gently pressing them into the chocolate.
  16. Let stand until the chocolate has set, about 1 hour.
  17. Use a sharp knife to break the hardened candy into pieces.
  18. Layer between waxed paper in an airtight container for storage.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

2 g

Sugar

56g

Fat

29g

Carbs

6g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Toffee Almond Crunch?

Toffee Almond Crunch takes about 70 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 55 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Toffee Almond Crunch?

Toffee Almond Crunch has approximately 199.8 calories per serving, with about 5 g protein, 6 g carbohydrates and 21 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Toffee Almond Crunch?

The key ingredients for Toffee Almond Crunch are Sugar, Light Corn Syrup, Water, Butter, Blanched Slivered Almonds, Unsweetened Chocolate. See the full list with measurements above.

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