Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups whole almonds
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Special equipment needed:
- Large non-stick skillet
- Wooden spoon
- Parchment paper
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large non-stick skillet, combine the sugar, water, cinnamon, and salt. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
2. Add the almonds to the skillet and stir to coat them evenly with the sugar mixture.
3. Turn the heat to medium-high and continue stirring the almonds until the sugar mixture starts to crystallize and turn golden brown.
4. Reduce the heat to medium and continue stirring the almonds until the sugar mixture turns into a caramel-like consistency and coats the almonds evenly.
5. Remove the skillet from the heat and spread the almonds on a sheet of parchment paper to cool.
6. Once the almonds have cooled, break them apart and store them in an airtight container.
- Time:
Preparation time: 5 minutes
- Cooking time: 15 minutes
Temperature:
- Medium-high heat for the initial cooking
- Medium heat for the final cooking
Serving size:
- Makes 2 cups of cinnamon-sugar gebrannte mandeln
- Serving size: 1/4 cup
Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 200
- Total fat: 13g
- Saturated fat: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 60mg
- Total carbohydrate: 18g
- Dietary fiber: 3g
- Sugars: 14g
- Protein: 5g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Almonds can be substituted with other nuts such as cashews or pecans.
- Cinnamon can be substituted with other spices such as nutmeg or ginger.
Variations:
- Add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a spicy kick.
- Add a teaspoon of vanilla extract for a more complex flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- Stir the almonds constantly to prevent them from burning.
- Use a non-stick skillet to prevent the sugar mixture from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
- Be careful when handling the hot sugar mixture as it can cause burns.
Storage instructions:
- Store the cinnamon-sugar gebrannte mandeln in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Reheating instructions:
- To reheat the cinnamon-sugar gebrannte mandeln, spread them on a baking sheet and bake at 350°F for 5-7 minutes.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the cinnamon-sugar gebrannte mandeln in a decorative bowl or jar.
- Sprinkle some extra cinnamon on top for a festive touch.
Garnishes:
- Sprinkle some powdered sugar on top for a snowy effect.
- Add some chopped dried fruit such as cranberries or apricots for a pop of color.
Pairings:
- Serve the cinnamon-sugar gebrannte mandeln with a cup of hot cocoa or coffee.
Suggested side dishes:
- Serve the cinnamon-sugar gebrannte mandeln with a cheese board for a sweet and savory snack.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the sugar mixture starts to burn, remove the skillet from the heat immediately and transfer the almonds to a new skillet.
Food safety advice:
- Be careful when handling the hot sugar mixture as it can cause burns.
Food history:
- Gebrannte mandeln is a traditional German treat that is often sold at Christmas markets.
Flavor profiles:
- The cinnamon-sugar gebrannte mandeln has a sweet and nutty flavor with a hint of cinnamon.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the cinnamon-sugar gebrannte mandeln as a snack or dessert.
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Region: German
Taste: Sweet, Spicy, Nutty, Cinnamon, Caramelized, Cinnamon-Y