Candy Sale Almond Roca
Indulge in the rich, buttery crunch of homemade Candy Sale Almond Roca, a delightful treat that's perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth or gifting during the holidays. This irresistible toffee candy combines a golden, caramelized base loaded with toasted sliced almonds, a glossy layer of melted semisweet chocolate, and a sprinkle of finely chopped toasted almonds for a delectable nutty finish. Made using simple pantry staples like butter, sugar, and vanilla, it's a stress-free confection that comes together in just 30 minutes. Achieving the perfect hard crack stage with a candy thermometer ensures flawless results every time. Serve these decadent, chocolate-coated almond toffee bites at parties, or enjoy them as a luxurious snack alongside a hot cup of coffee.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup sliced almonds, toasted
- 8 ounces semisweet chocolate chips
- 0.5 cup chopped almonds, finely chopped and toasted
Instructions
Line a 9x13-inch baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly grease it with butter or nonstick spray. Set aside.
In a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter completely.
Add the granulated sugar, light brown sugar, light corn syrup, and water to the melted butter. Stir continuously until the mixture is well-combined and starts to bubble.
Insert a candy thermometer into the saucepan and cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring frequently, until it reaches 300°F (hard crack stage). This will take approximately 10–12 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and carefully stir in the vanilla extract and toasted sliced almonds.
Immediately pour the hot candy mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Spread it out evenly with a heatproof spatula to form a thin, uniform layer.
Allow the candy to cool and harden slightly, about 5–7 minutes. While it is still warm, sprinkle the semisweet chocolate chips on top of the candy. Let the chocolate sit for 2–3 minutes to soften, then use a spatula to spread it into an even layer.
Sprinkle the finely chopped toasted almonds evenly over the melted chocolate. Press them gently into the chocolate to ensure they stick.
Let the Almond Roca cool completely at room temperature, or place it in the refrigerator for faster setting.
Once the candy has fully hardened, break it into pieces of your desired size.
Store the Almond Roca in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4968 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 341.7 g | 438% | |
| Saturated Fat | 156.5 g | 782% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 498 mg | 166% | |
| Sodium | 67 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 499.0 g | 181% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.1 g | 122% | |
| Total Sugars | 453.0 g | ||
| Protein | 52.8 g | 106% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 741 mg | 57% | |
| Iron | 14.5 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 2146 mg | 46% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
