Mocha Almond Crunch


Course : Nuts
Serves: 28 pieces
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Ingredients:


2 Quart popped corn

1/2 Cup slivered almonds -- toasted

1 Cup sugar

1/4 Cup light corn syrup

1 Tablespoon EACH: butter and water

1/4 Teaspoon EACH: cream of tartar and salt

1/2 Teaspoon baking soda

1 1/2 Tablespoon instant coffee

1/2 Cup semi-sweet chocolate chips -- melted
 

Preparation / Directions:


In large bowl, combine popped corn and toasted almonds; set aside. In medium saucepan, over medium heat, bring sugar, corn syrup, water, butter, cream of tartar and salt to a boil. Boil rapidly to soft crack stage (270'F on candy thermometer); remove from heat. Stir in baking soda quickly but thoroughly; add instant coffee, stirring until well blended. Working quickly, pour mixture over popped corn, tossing gently to coat. Evenly spread coated corn onto greased wax paper; cool 5 minutes. Using a fork, drizzle melted chocolate over popcorn mixture. Allow to cool 4 hours. Break into chunks and store in airtight containe

 

Nutritional Information:

1437 Calories (kcal); 38g Total Fat; (22% calories from fat); 15g Protein; 277g Carbohydrate; 0mg Cholesterol; 748mg Sodium


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