Indulge in the delightful taste of homemade Graham Almond Brittle. This easy-to-make recipe combines the sweetness of caramelized sugar with the nutty crunch of almonds and the distinct flavor of graham crackers. It's a perfect treat for any occasion and can be made in just a few simple steps. Get ready to impress your family and friends with this mouthwatering brittle!
Ingredients
- 1 cup graham cracker crumbs
- 1 cup sliced almonds
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
Directions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a large saucepan, combine the sugar and water over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
- Add the butter to the saucepan and continue stirring until the mixture comes to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and quickly stir in the vanilla extract, salt, and baking soda.
- Add the graham cracker crumbs and sliced almonds to the saucepan. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly coated.
- Pour the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it out evenly using a spatula.
- Let the brittle cool and harden completely, which usually takes about 20 minutes.
- Once hardened, break the brittle into smaller pieces and serve. Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Graham crackers were originally created as a part of a vegetarian diet by Sylvester Graham in the 19th century.
Almonds are a great source of healthy fats, protein, and fiber.
Brittle is believed to have originated in the Middle East and became popular in Europe during the 17th century.