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Almond Nougat

Delicious and chewy homemade Almond Nougat made with egg whites, sugar, honey, and roasted almonds. A fun and flexible treat that can be customized with various nuts and flavors.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Nougat Base
  • 2 large Egg whites Ensure the bowl is clean and dry when whipping.
  • 1 cup Sugar Granulated sugar required for syrup.
  • 1/4 cup Honey Can use local farm honey for added flavor.
  • 2 cups Roasted almonds Chopped or whole depending on preference.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla extract Optional, for a richer flavor.
For Assembly
  • 1 sheet Rice paper or parchment paper To line the baking dish.
  • 1 tablespoon Oil For greasing the knife to cut nougat.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a clean mixing bowl, whip the egg whites until they form stiff peaks.
  2. In a saucepan, combine sugar and honey, and heat over medium until dissolved, then increase temperature and use a candy thermometer to heat to soft ball stage (about 240°F).
Combining Ingredients
  1. Once the sugar syrup reaches the necessary temperature, slowly pour it into the whipped egg whites while continuing to mix.
  2. Fold in the roasted almonds and vanilla extract gently while the mixture is still warm.
Setting the Nougat
  1. Spread the nougat mixture into a lined baking dish, using a greased spatula to smooth it out.
  2. Let it cool and set at room temperature for several hours or until firm.
Serving
  1. Use a sharp, oiled knife to cut the nougat into squares or desired shapes.
  2. Serve with coffee or tea, or use as toppings for desserts like ice cream.

Notes

Store nougat in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. Feel free to customize with other nuts like pistachios or hazelnuts.