Almond Nougat

Name: Almond Nougat
Prep time: 55 min
Cook time: 15 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Mexicana
Ingredients: 2 cups almonds; 1 cup sugar; 1 cup honey; 1 teaspoon orange zest; 2 egg whites; 1 teaspoon salt; cornstarch, for flattening the nougat; almonds, for decoration; rosemary, for decoration

California Almonds

Try this typical dessert during the holiday season. Prepare our almond nougat recipe and surprise your family with this traditional homemade sweet. The origin of nougat comes from Arab culture, which was incorporated into various cuisines in America during the Conquest and perfected with the addition of sugar cane. For pastry lovers, these Christmas nougats will be ideal!

Reviewed by Editorial Team of Kiwilimón

Published: 13-12-2019

Preparation

40 mins

15 mins

Medium

Preheat the oven to 120 °C. Place the almonds on a tray lined with parchment paper; make sure they are spread out evenly. Toast for about 15 minutes, stirring constantly with a spatula until they change color. Set aside. In a small saucepan, cook the sugar with the honey, stirring constantly until they reach 130 °C. Once it reaches the temperature, stop stirring and keep it on the heat for a few more minutes. Remove from heat and cool slightly; remember that the consistency should be thick. Beat the egg whites with a pinch of salt; it is not necessary to whip the whites to firm peaks. Gradually pour the caramel into the egg whites while continuing to beat for about 4 minutes, until the mixture begins to thicken and cool. Mix in the toasted almonds and orange zest until fully incorporated. Place on a parchment-lined tray and, using your palms, flatten the mixture with the help of cornstarch. Let it rest for 3 hours. Unmold the nougat, cut it with the help of a greased knife, and decorate with almonds and rosemary sprigs.

Nutritional information

* Information per 100g serving, percentage of daily values based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Energy

453.1

kcal

22.66%

Carbohydrate, by difference

55.4

18.47%

Protein

10.5

21%

Total lipid (fat)

24.5

37.69%

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Tips

Remember not to stop stirring the sugar with the honey while cooking, as not doing so will cause the honey to overflow quickly. If you don't have a thermometer, don't worry; just ensure the consistency is liquid and thick.

Almond Nougat

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