Home-Made Almond Nougat Recipe
Almond nougat is a traditional sweet that will delight your taste buds and those of your guests. Easy to prepare, this sweet dessert consists of a few simple and natural ingredients: butter, honey, sugar, and dried fruits. It's a perfect option for holidays, birthdays, or even for a gourmet snack at home. Moreover, nougat is very versatile; you can customize this recipe by adding other nuts like hazelnuts or peanuts, according to your preferences. Whether enjoyed on its own, alongside tea or coffee, or even as a homemade gift, it is sure to impress. Note that you should pay attention during cooking, as overcooked caramel can become bitter. So, stay alert while preparing it! The nougat keeps very well in an airtight box, making it a healthy and delicious snack to enjoy at any time.
- Preparation time: 30 mins
- Servings: for 4 people
- Difficulty: Difficult
Ingredients
- - 50 g of unsalted butter
- - 50 g of liquid honey
- - 100 g of granulated sugar
- - almonds (or a mix of nuts, hazelnuts, peanuts according to your preferences)
Preparation
1. In a saucepan, melt the butter with the honey and sugar until the mixture reaches a nice caramel color.
2. Then, add the chopped dried fruits to the caramelized mixture.
3. Stir carefully to thoroughly coat the dried fruits. Next, pour the mixture onto a flat surface and flatten it all out with a spatula (or your hands) to obtain an even layer.
4. Let it cool completely before cutting into pieces.
Recommended wine
white wine or champagne
