Pralines

Ingredients

• 150 g Almonds (organic, raw, unroasted)
• 150 ml Water (tap water)
• 150 g Granulated Sugar (white granulated)

Instructions

1. Gather and measure ingredients

   Measure 150 g almonds, 150 ml water and 150 g sugar. Have the saucepan, wooden spatula and thermometer ready.

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2. Combine ingredients and start heating

   Place the almonds, sugar and water in the heavy‑bottomed saucepan. Stir with the wooden spatula and set the stove to medium heat.

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3. Bring to a boil and evaporate water

   Allow the mixture to come to a steady boil. Keep stirring; the almonds will bob as the water evaporates. Monitor the thermometer; it will read around 102 °C when most water is gone.

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   Temperature: 102°C

4. Cook to the recrystallisation temperature

   Continue cooking, stirring regularly, until the thermometer reaches 115 °C. The syrup will become noticeably thicker.

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   Temperature: 115°C

5. Induce sugar recrystallisation

   Reduce the heat to low or turn it off. Vigorously stir the mixture; the sugar will begin to crystallise, turning grainy and then powdery.

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6. Caramelise the sugar again

   After a short pause, place the pan back on medium heat. Stir continuously as the sugar melts back into a clear caramel and coats each almond, giving a glossy violet‑brown hue.

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   Temperature: 120°C

7. Cool slightly while stirring

   Turn off the heat and continue stirring for 2–3 minutes until the mixture thickens but is still pliable.

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8. Separate the pralines on a cooling surface

   Spread the hot mixture onto an iron plate or metal tray. Using a wooden spoon, separate the individual almonds as soon as they can be handled safely.

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9. Let the pralines finish cooling

   Allow the separated pralines to cool completely at room temperature before storing or serving.

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10. Serve or store

    Enjoy the crunchy, glossy pralines immediately or store them in an airtight container.

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Nutrition Facts

Calories

360

Protein

6 g

Carbohydrates

35 g

Fat

30 g

Fiber

3 g