Description
Almond Delight Cake delivers a luxurious symphony of nutty richness and delicate sweetness. Moist layers infused with premium almonds promise an elegant dessert that elevates any gathering with Mediterranean charm.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup almonds, toasted and coarsely chopped
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) all-purpose flour
Wet Ingredients:
- ½ cup (120 milliliters) light corn syrup
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) butter
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 milliliters) pure vanilla extract
Leavening and Seasoning:
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) baking soda
- 1/8 teaspoon (0.6 milliliters) salt
Instructions
- Prepare a jelly-roll pan by carefully lining it with parchment paper, ensuring complete coverage of the bottom and sides.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, combine granulated sugar and corn syrup, creating a sweet base for the almond confection.
- Heat the sugar mixture in the microwave, watching carefully as it transforms into a clear, bubbling liquid with a glossy appearance.
- Fold in the toasted, roughly chopped almonds, distributing them evenly throughout the syrupy mixture.
- Continue microwaving, stirring periodically to prevent burning, until the mixture develops a light caramel hue and the almonds become deeply fragrant.
- Gently incorporate softened butter, aromatic vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt, stirring until the mixture takes on a rich, golden-brown color reminiscent of creamy peanut butter.
- Swiftly introduce baking soda, whisking vigorously to create a dramatic, light foam that adds volume and texture to the brittle.
- Immediately pour the aerated mixture onto the prepared pan, using a spatula to spread it into a thin, uniform layer approximately 1/4-inch thick.
- Allow the almond brittle to rest and solidify at room temperature for half an hour, giving it time to set completely.
- Once fully cooled and hardened, break the brittle into rustic, irregular pieces, creating a delightful crunchy treat perfect for serving.
Notes
- Crafting this almond brittle requires precise microwave timing and careful ingredient handling to achieve the perfect caramel color and texture.
- Toasting almonds beforehand intensifies their nutty flavor, creating a more robust and aromatic brittle that elevates the overall taste experience.
- Working quickly after adding baking soda is crucial, as the mixture rapidly foams and needs immediate spreading to maintain its delicate, crisp structure.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Microwaving
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 24 g
- Sodium: 40 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg