Jean Pare's Almond Roca

Indulge in the buttery, nutty decadence of Jean Pare's Almond Roca, a classic homemade treat that combines a rich toffee base with a luscious layer of semisweet chocolate and a generous sprinkling of chopped almonds. Perfect for gifting or sweetening up your dessert table, this recipe is surprisingly simple to make and comes together in just 30 minutes. With its golden caramelized crunch and melt-in-your-mouth chocolate topping, this candy favorite strikes the perfect balance of textures and flavors. Follow the easy step-by-step instructions to create this silky, nutty confection at home, and impress your loved ones with its irresistible homemade charm. A must-try for almond lovers and holiday treat enthusiasts alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 1 cup Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 cup Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Light corn syrup
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 1.5 cups Chopped almonds
• 2 cups Semisweet chocolate chips

Directions

Step 1

Grease or line a 9x13-inch baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.

Step 2

In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, corn syrup, and water.

Step 3

Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves and the mixture reaches 300°F on a candy thermometer (hard crack stage). Be cautious as the mixture will be very hot.

Step 4

Once the correct temperature is reached, quickly stir in 1 cup of chopped almonds and immediately pour the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spreading it evenly with a spatula while it's still hot.

Step 5

Let the toffee cool slightly (about 5 minutes) but not completely.

Step 6

Sprinkle the chocolate chips evenly over the warm toffee. After a minute or two, the chocolate will begin to melt; spread it into a smooth layer using a spatula.

Step 7

Sprinkle the remaining 0.5 cup of chopped almonds over the melted chocolate.

Step 8

Let the Almond Roca cool completely at room temperature, or place it in the refrigerator to speed up the cooling process.

Step 9

Once fully set, break the Almond Roca into small pieces and store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1364.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6397.6

Total Fat 392.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 148.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 248mg	0%
Sodium 62.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 730.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 68.0g	0%
Total Sugars 636.8g
Protein 104.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1186.1mg	0%
Iron 30.2mg	0%
Potassium 4336.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.4%

Protein: 6.1%

Carbs: 42.5%