Praline Dust
Transform your desserts with the irresistible flavor and texture of homemade praline dust! This quick and simple recipe combines caramelized sugar with toasted almonds and hazelnuts, blended to a fine, sandy consistency for the ultimate garnish. With just five ingredients and under 30 minutes of preparation, this versatile topping delivers a captivating balance of sweetness, nuttiness, and a hint of salt. Perfect for sprinkling over ice cream, decorating cakes, or even enhancing your morning oatmeal, praline dust adds a gourmet touch to any treat. Plus, it stores beautifully in an airtight container, making it your go-to pantry staple for elevating desserts with ease. Make this recipe your secret weapon for professional-quality flavor at home!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 100 grams Granulated sugar
- 50 grams Whole almonds
- 50 grams Whole hazelnuts
- 30 ml Water
- 1 pinch Salt
Instructions
Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and water over medium heat. Stir gently just until the sugar dissolves.
Increase the heat to medium-high and let the sugar mixture cook without stirring. Watch closely as it begins to bubble and change color. Swirl the pan gently if needed to ensure even cooking.
Once the sugar turns a deep amber color (approximately 10-12 minutes), remove it from the heat immediately.
Quickly add the almonds, hazelnuts, and a pinch of salt to the caramel. Stir with a heatproof spatula to coat the nuts evenly.
Carefully pour the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spreading it out into an even layer. Allow it to cool completely (this will take about 15 minutes).
Once cooled and hardened, break the praline into smaller pieces. Transfer these pieces to a food processor or blender.
Pulse the praline in short bursts until it forms a fine, sandy texture. Be careful not to over-process, as the natural oils from the nuts may turn it into a paste.
Transfer the praline dust to an airtight container and store at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Use praline dust to garnish cakes, sprinkle over ice cream, or mix into recipes for an added crunch and nutty sweetness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
982 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 55.4 g | 71% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.2 g | 21% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 141 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 119.2 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.1 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 104.3 g | ||
| Protein | 18.0 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 194 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 4.3 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 697 mg | 15% | |
*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.
