Best 5 Homemade Almond Joy Recipes
Homemade Almond Joys are a delightful treat that combines the perfect balance of flavors and textures. This classic candy bar features a chewy coconut center, covered in a layer of rich chocolate, and topped with a whole almond for an extra crunch. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can easily recreate this iconic candy bar in your own kitchen. So gather your supplies, put on your apron, and let's embark on a culinary journey to create the ultimate homemade Almond Joy.
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HOMEMADE ALMOND JOYS WITH DARK CHOCOLATE
Rich, chocolatey and nutty with plenty of light, flaky coconut, Almond Joy candy bars are easier than you'd expect to make at home.
Provided by Mary Younkin
Categories Snack
Time 7m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Stir together the coconut, condensed milk and vanilla. It should be sticky and hold it's shape when pressed together.
- Melt the chocolate (along with the optional coconut oil to thin it) in a glass bowl over a pan of water, or in the microwave at half power for about 2 minutes, stirring every 30 seconds or so.
- Drizzle 1 teaspoon of chocolate into the bottom of each cup. Add 1 teaspoon of the coconut mixture. Press on the coconut slightly to make the chocolate slide up the sides of the liner.
- Top the coconut with an almond and then pour a teaspoon of chocolate on top. Chill in the refrigerator until ready to eat. Store in the refrigerator for up to a week or in the freezer for a couple of months. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 79 kcal, Carbohydrate 8 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 21 mg, Sugar 5 g, ServingSize 1 serving
ALMOND JOY® COOKIES
These cookies are super moist and chewy. Everyone will love them and they are so easy to make!
Provided by Judi
Categories Desserts Nut Dessert Recipes Almond Dessert Recipes
Time 33m
Yield 36
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly grease baking sheets.
- Combine flour, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
- Beat white sugar, brown sugar, and banana together in a separate bowl until smooth and creamy; beat in eggs, 1 at a time, until well mixed. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Stir banana mixture into flour mixture until batter is well mixed; fold in chocolate chips, coconut, and almonds. Drop batter by rounded spoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheets.
- Bake in the preheated oven until edges of cookies are beginning to crisp, 8 to 10 minutes. Cool cookies on baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 285 calories, Carbohydrate 44.9 g, Cholesterol 20.7 mg, Fat 11.5 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 4.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.6 g, Sodium 158.7 mg, Sugar 29.2 g
ALMOND JOY® COCKTAIL
Liquid Almond Joy® bar with a kick.
Provided by CHERYL BLUE
Categories Drinks Recipes Cocktail Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 1
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Fill 1/2 a cocktail shaker with ice; pour in amaretto, cream of coconut, creme de cacao, and cream. Cover shaker and shake; strain into a glass.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 544.5 calories, Carbohydrate 52.3 g, Cholesterol 81.5 mg, Fat 28.6 g, Protein 1.2 g, SaturatedFat 18.9 g, Sodium 44.2 mg, Sugar 49.5 g
ALMOND JOY CAKE
This is a fantastic Almond Joy cake recipe-tastes just like the candy bar. -Daria Burcar, Rochester, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 55m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325°. Grease and flour two 9-in. round baking pans. In a large bowl, combine cake mix, buttermilk, eggs and oil; beat on low speed 30 seconds. Beat on medium 2 minutes. Divide batter between prepared pans. Bake until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean, 28-32 minutes. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., For filling, in a large saucepan, combine marshmallows, sugar, milk and cornstarch. Cook and stir over low heat until marshmallows are melted; increase heat to medium and bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Stir in coconut and almonds. Remove from heat; cool. Refrigerate filling until cold but still spreadable, about 45 minutes., Using a long serrated knife, cut each cake horizontally in half. Place 1 cake layer on a serving plate. Spread with 1/3 of coconut filling. Repeat twice. Top with remaining cake layer. Spread fudge frosting over top and sides of cake. Refrigerate until set, at least 1 hour. Garnish with coconut flakes and almonds if desired. Refrigerate leftovers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 502 calories, Fat 23g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 35mg cholesterol, Sodium 371mg sodium, Carbohydrate 73g carbohydrate (56g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
ALMOND JOY COOKIES
A friend of mine makesa cookie like this every Christmas and I had to beg for the recipe, she wouldn't share. I decided to give it a go and make my version. These taste just like an Almond Joy candy bar. It's definitely become a favorite. This recipe makes a huge batch of cookies. Depending on the size you make them. You can freeze the dough and have handy when unexpected company or events pop up. This recipe is easy to cut in half. I love the taste of the coconut and have added more to the half batch.
Provided by Vseward Chef-V
Categories Drop Cookies
Time 20m
Yield 6 dozen, 72 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Pre-heat oven to 375°F Lightly grease cookie sheets.
- Combine dry ingredients, set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugars together. Beat in the eggs, one at a time, stir in the vanilla. Stir in the dry ingredients until well mixed then stir in the chocolate chips, coconut and almonds. Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls onto the prepared cookie sheets.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes. Cool on baking sheet for 5 minutes before removing to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.6, Fat 9.1, SaturatedFat 4.6, Cholesterol 17.1, Sodium 116.2, Carbohydrate 24.2, Fiber 1.6, Sugar 16.1, Protein 2.6
Tips:
- Use high-quality almond butter and shredded coconut for the best flavor.
- If you don't have a food processor, you can chop the almonds and coconut by hand.
- Be careful not to overmix the mixture, or it will become too dry.
- If the mixture is too thick, add a little bit of almond milk or water.
- If the mixture is too loose, add a little bit more almond butter or shredded coconut.
- Chill the mixture for at least 30 minutes before dipping it in the chocolate.
- Use a double boiler or a microwave to melt the chocolate.
- Dip the chilled balls into the melted chocolate, and then roll them in the shredded coconut.
- Place the dipped balls on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet and chill them for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Conclusion:
These homemade Almond Joys are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. They are also a great way to use up any leftover almond butter or shredded coconut. With a few simple ingredients, you can create a candy bar that is sure to please everyone. So next time you are looking for a sweet treat, give these homemade Almond Joys a try. You won't be disappointed!
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