Discovering the best recipe for homemade almond roca can be an exciting culinary adventure. This delectable confection, known for its addictive crunch and sweet, nutty flavor, has captivated taste buds for generations. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice cook eager to try something new, embarking on a quest to find the perfect almond roca recipe can be both rewarding and delightful. With careful consideration of ingredients, techniques, and personal preferences, you can create a homemade almond roca that rivals those found in fancy candy shops.
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MARBLED ALMOND ROCA
My easy recipe is an old favorite that we keep in steady use from mid-November until the New Year. Homemade gifts are still a Christmas tradition at our house.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 40m
Yield 1-1/2 pounds.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Sprinkle almonds on a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 300° for 15 minutes or until toasted and golden brown; remove from the oven and set aside. , In a large saucepan over low heat, cook butter and sugar for 5 minutes. Add water and corn syrup. Bring to a boil over medium heat; cook, stirring occasionally, until a candy thermometer reads 300° (hard-crack stage). Quickly pour over almonds. Sprinkle chips on top; let stand for 1-2 minutes or until melted. Spread and swirl chocolate over candy. Cool completely; break into pieces.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 306 calories, Fat 22g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 42mg cholesterol, Sodium 166mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (22g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
EASY HOMEMADE ALMOND ROCA
I love almond roca!! I found this copycat recipe at massrecipes.com and it tastes exactly like the real thing to me! Mmmmm.
Provided by Juju Bee
Categories Candy
Time 50m
Yield 36 candies
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Over Medium heat, melt butter in a large pot.
- Add corn syrup, water and sugar to pot and cook until temp reaches 290 degrees OR until the mixture becomes the color of a brown paper bag (about 15-20 minutes) stirring constantly with a wooden spoon (mixture will rise and bubble quite a bit).
- Remove from heat and Stir in 1/2 of the Almonds.
- Turn mixture onto a greased cookie sheet WITH EDGES!
- While the mixture is cooling, melt the chocolate over low flame until all the chips are gone, and chocolate is smooth.
- Score the Almond butter mixture into the shape you desire (I just scored into rectangle shapes).
- Pour the hot chocolate over the almond mixture and spread evenly.
- Sprinkle with remaining almonds and allow candy to cool completely and chocolate to harden before breaking apart and serving.
- Note: I let mine refrigerate over night after breaking the into squares, and they had a better texture this way, we thought.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 208.1, Fat 14.9, SaturatedFat 8.3, Cholesterol 29.2, Sodium 111, Carbohydrate 18.2, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 16.3, Protein 1.6
ALMOND ROCA
This is a family recipe that we make each year for the holidays. It is my absolute favorite!
Provided by Stephanie
Categories Desserts Nut Dessert Recipes Almond Dessert Recipes
Time 1h40m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
- Sprinkle 1/2 the chocolate and 1/2 the almonds onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Melt sugar and butter together in a stainless steel pan over low heat; increase heat to medium, stirring constantly, until boiling. Heat mixture to 310 degrees F (155 degrees C) or until a small amount of syrup dropped into cold water forms hard, brittle threads, 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- Pour butter-sugar mixture over chocolate and almonds on baking sheet. Sprinkle remaining chocolate and almonds over butter-sugar mixture. Cool to room temperature and refrigerate until set, about 1 hour. Break into pieces.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 252.1 calories, Carbohydrate 19.1 g, Cholesterol 41.1 mg, Fat 19.5 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 10.3 g, Sodium 110 mg, Sugar 17.8 g
EASY ALMOND ROCA TOFFEE
This is by far the BEST Almond Roca imitation that I have tasted! You don't have to be a pro at making candy to make this. If you like Almond Roca, you just gotta try it!!
Provided by Pvt Amys Mom
Categories Candy
Time 50m
Yield 1 3/4 Pounds
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Line a cookie sheet with foil and spray it with non-stick cooking spray.
- Place almonds in a single layer on cookie sheet.
- Cook butter, sugar, water, vanilla and salt in a heavy saucepan over high heat, stirring mixture constantly, 15-18 minutes or until a candy thermometer registers 310°F.
- Remove from heat and immediately pour over almonds (do not scrape the pan).
- Sprinkle immediately with chocolate morsels and spread evenly to 1/2 inch from sides.
- Sprinkle with ground walnuts.
- Let stand until firm.
- Break into small pieces and store in an airtight container.
- (The toffee mixture will not coat the entire baking sheet).
Tips:
- Use high-quality chocolate: The type of chocolate you use will have a big impact on the final flavor of your Almond Roca. Look for a chocolate that is at least 70% cacao and has a rich, smooth flavor.
- Toast the almonds: Toasting the almonds will bring out their flavor and make them more crunchy. You can toast the almonds in a preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 10 minutes, or in a skillet over medium heat for a few minutes, stirring constantly.
- Use a candy thermometer: A candy thermometer is essential for making Almond Roca. The sugar syrup needs to be cooked to a specific temperature in order to set properly. A candy thermometer will help you ensure that the sugar syrup is cooked to the right temperature.
- Work quickly: Almond Roca needs to be worked with quickly once the sugar syrup is cooked. The sugar syrup will start to set quickly, so it is important to work quickly to pour it over the almonds and chocolate.
Conclusion:
Almond Roca is a delicious and easy-to-make candy that is perfect for any occasion. With its rich chocolate flavor, crunchy almonds, and buttery toffee center, Almond Roca is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you are looking for a sweet treat, give Almond Roca a try. You won't be disappointed!
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