Chocolate Almond Brittle Recipe

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Here in Kern County, there are thousands of acres of almond orchards. I like to experiment with recipes-always trying to come up with something new. This candy is the result of altering, adding and a lot of taste testing (somebody had to do it!). I think it turned out rather well.

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Chocolate Almond Brittle Recipe
  • Prep: 15 min. + cooling
  • Yield: 8 Servings
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Ingredients

  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup light corn syrup
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup coarsely chopped almonds
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1-1/2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 3/4 pound dark or milk chocolate candy coating

Directions

  • In a 1-1/2-qt. microwave-safe bowl, combine the sugar, corn syrup and salt. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 2-1/2 minutes. Stir in almonds; cook on high for 2-1/2 minutes. Add the butter and vanilla; cook on high for 1 minute.
  • Stir in baking soda. As soon as the mixture foams, quickly pour onto a greased metal baking sheet. Cool completely. Break into 2-in. pieces.
  • Melt chocolate coating in a microwave. Dip one side of brittle in chocolate and place on waxed paper to harden. Store in an airtight container. Yield: about 1 pound.

Editor's Note: This recipe was tested in a 1,100-watt microwave.

Nutritional Facts 1 serving (2 ounces) equals 483 calories, 22 g fat (12 g saturated fat), 4 mg cholesterol, 313 mg sodium, 73 g carbohydrate, 3 g fiber, 4 g protein.

Originally published as Chocolate Almond Brittle in Country December/January 1995, p49

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Reviewed on Dec. 30, 2011 by greeneyedsuzi

Have made this recipe for years. Give it away for Christmas. Any ideas on how to double the recipe?


Reviewed on Dec. 12, 2011 by cooknbake

This is best brittle ever. Whats not to like almonds, chocolate plus its easy to put together. A must for Christmas table.


Reviewed on Jul. 03, 2010 by Katrinamellon

Very good! My husband asks me to make it a lot. The chocolate takes a while to set, so make it early:)


Reviewed on Dec. 18, 2009 by walkindude

I make this for my Dad every year for his birthday and sends the tin home with me for a refill next year. Everyone asks for this recipe and it is fast and simple!

 
 
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