Torrone di Mandorle

Torrone di Mandorle is a delightful Italian nougat made with toasted almonds, honey, and egg whites, creating a chewy yet crunchy texture that's perfect for breakfast. This Halal version offers a sweet start to your day, packed with nutrients and flavor.

Ingredients

• Almonds - 100 grams
• Honey - 75 grams
• Granulated sugar - 50 grams
• Egg whites - 2 large
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - a pinch
• Cornstarch - for dusting

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Spread the almonds on a baking sheet and toast them for about 10 minutes, or until golden brown and fragrant. Let them cool.
2. In a saucepan over low heat, combine the honey and granulated sugar. Stir until the sugar dissolves and the mixture starts to bubble. Remove from heat.
3. In a clean bowl, whip the egg whites with a pinch of salt until stiff peaks form.
4. Gradually add the hot honey and sugar mixture to the whipped egg whites while continuing to beat until well combined and glossy.
5. Fold in the toasted almonds and vanilla extract gently until evenly coated.
6. Line a small rectangular baking dish with parchment paper and dust it with cornstarch. Pour the mixture into the dish and smooth the top with a spatula.
7. Allow to cool at room temperature for at least 2 hours, or until set. Once set, cut into squares or bars and dust with additional cornstarch to prevent sticking.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 6 g
• Carbs: 29 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 18 g
• Sodium: 5 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 9 g
• Saturated Fat: 0.7 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8.3 g
• Water: 0.03 L

Health Benefits

• High in healthy fats and protein from almonds.
• Contains antioxidants from honey, which can help boost immunity.

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