I used to make lots of candy for Christmas to give away. I don't bake too much anymore but never will I be allowed to quit making ALMOND ROCA. My family and friends demand it, so it has become my tradition every year to make 5 batches! Luckily, it is easy and requires few ingredients. Oh, and did I mention YUMMY? Here it is:
1 lb. butter
2 C. sugar
3 tsp. light Karo syrup
4 tsp. water
2- 5 oz. milk choc. bars (I like Hershey)
1 1/2 C. chopped almonds
Combine first 4 ingredients in heavy pan. Heat over med. low till combined. Take the heat up to MED and stir constantly till temperature reaches 290 to 292 degrees. Pour candy onto cookie sheet. When cooled slightly, layer with melted chocolate and chopped almonds. Let cool completely, break into pieces, and enjoy! You may never buy store bought Roca again....
Happy Holidays to all,
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