Sweet & Crunchy Coffee Almonds
A Perfect Homemade Treat for Pepero Day: Make Delicious Coffee Almonds!
These delightful crunchy almonds, infused with a subtle coffee aroma, are perfect as a simple snack or an accompaniment to a cold beer! For a kid-friendly version, you can substitute cinnamon powder for coffee, making it a safe and sweet treat for all ages.
Main Ingredients
- 100g Almonds
- 1 Tbsp Sugar
- 1/3 Tbsp Cinnamon Powder
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
In a saucepan, combine 100ml of water and 1 Tbsp of sugar. Heat over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved.
Step 2
Once the sugar water begins to boil, add 1/3 Tbsp of cinnamon powder and stir gently. (If you prefer a coffee flavor, you can add instant coffee powder at this stage instead.)
Step 3
Allow the mixture to simmer without stirring. As it boils, the sugar and cinnamon will naturally melt and form a syrup. Avoid stirring forcefully, as this can disrupt the syrup’s consistency.
Step 4
When the syrup thickens and becomes slightly sticky, add the prepared almonds. Ensure the syrup evenly coats all the almonds.
Step 5
Reduce the heat to medium-low. Using a silicone spatula, continuously stir the almonds. It’s crucial to mix them thoroughly to ensure the syrup coats every almond evenly and prevents clumping.
Step 6
Continue stirring as the syrup reduces and begins to coat the almonds like a powder. You’ll start to see a white, sugary coating forming.
Step 7
Once all the almonds are coated with the hardened syrup, creating a powdery finish, they are ready! Let them cool completely before storing in an airtight container. Enjoy your delicious homemade coffee almonds!
