Almond Brittle
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By Chris Viaud
Recipe from GATHER: 100 Seasonal Recipes that Bring People Together
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 1/2 cups slivered almonds
- 2 cups sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
Instructions
- 1
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
Place the butter in a small saucepan and melt it over medium-low heat. Add the almonds and cook, stirring occasionally, until they become fragrant, about 5 minutes.
- 3
Place the sugar, water, and salt in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil. Cook, swirling the pan occasionally, until the mixture is 310°F.
- 4
Stir in the almonds and butter, being careful as the syrup may splatter.
- 5
Remove the pan from heat, add the baking soda, and quickly stir to incorporate it.
- 6
Spread the mixture over the baking sheet, smoothing the top with a rubber spatula.
- 7
Let the almond brittle cool completely until breaking it up into smaller pieces and serving.
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