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Pralin

Pralin is pulverized praline (caramelized nuts), which is used as a topping or addition to dessert creams, cakes, etc.

Total 00:45
Yield About 1 cup or 8 oz (250 g)

Ingredients

  • ½ cup slivered almonds
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • 2 tbsp water

Instructions

  1. 1
    Toast the almonds in a 350°F (180°C) oven for about 10 minutes, stirring frequently until they are light brown.
  2. 2
    Simmer the sugar and water in a small saucepan until the sugar turns golden brown.
  3. 3
    Immediately sir in the almonds.
  4. 4
    Reheat until liquid and pour onto the baking sheet. Let cool for about 10 minutes.
  5. 5
    When cooled, break it into pieces.
  6. 6
    Pulverize in a blender or clean coffee grinder a few pieces at a time.
  7. 7
    Store in an air-tight container but use within a relatively short time period as it tends to solidify over time.
Category
Desserts
Cuisine
French

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