Chocolate-Covered Almonds Recipe

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   Preheat oven to 325u00b0F and toast almonds on a baking sheet for approximately 6 to 8 minutes.

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   In a medium saucepan, cook the warm almonds, sugar, water, salt and cinnamon over medium heat until the almonds begin to have a dry and sandy sugar coating. Be sure to stir the almonds constantly to prevent them from caramelizing.<

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   Spread the sugar-coated almonds onto a baking sheet and place in the refrigerator to cool, approximately 20 minutes.

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   While the almonds are cooling, melt the chocolate over a double boiler.

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   Transfer the cooled almonds to a large mixing bowl and add the melted chocolate. Gently stir until completely coated with chocolate, then spread onto a baking sheet.

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   Place the chocolate-covered almonds in the refrigerator to set, approximately 20 to 30 minutes.

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   Once the chocolate coating has hardened, transfer the almonds to a large mixing bowl and add the cocoa powder. Gently toss the nuts until well coated. Store in the refrigerator or a very cool, dry place until ready to serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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