Croccante allé mandorle La Ricetta Perfetta per Natale Concetta ai fornelli

sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: corn syrup

Agave syrup is a vegan alternative.

vanilla extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla bean

💰Cheaper: vanilla flavoring

Vanilla flavoring is a more affordable option.

Toast almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden and fragrant, about 5-7 minutes.

In a saucepan, combine sugar, honey, water, lemon juice, and salt.

Cook over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves.

Increase heat and boil without stirring until mixture reaches a deep amber color, about 8-10 minutes.

Remove from heat and quickly stir in toasted almonds and vanilla extract.

Spread the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, using a spatula to flatten it out.

Allow to cool completely at room temperature until set, about 30 minutes.

Break into pieces and serve.

Cooking Techniques

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