Coffee-Caramel-Jam Toasts

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   Make the jam Preheat the oven to 350.

2. 2

   Spread the coffee beans on a baking sheet and toast for 10 minutes, until fragrant.

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   Transfer to a large bowl.

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   Stir in the heavy cream and milk, cover and let steep in the refrigerator overnight.

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   Strain the coffee cream through a fine sieve, pressing on the solids; you should have 2 cups.

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   In a large saucepan, cook the sugar over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until a light amber caramel forms, about 5 minutes.

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   Slowly add the coffee cream; be careful, as it will boil vigorously.

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   Add the corn syrup, espresso and sea salt and bring to a simmer; the caramel will harden but will dissolve as it simmers.

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   Cook over moderately low heat, stirring, until a candy thermometer inserted in the caramel jam registers 210, about 12 minutes.

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    Carefully transfer the jam to a blender and puree until smooth and shiny.

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    Scrape into a medium bowl and let cool to room temperature.

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    Meanwhile, make the crumble In a medium bowl, whisk the all-purpose flour with the almond flour, sugar, cocoa powder and sea salt.

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    Using your fingers, rub in the butter until coarse crumbs form.

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    Spread the crumbs in an even layer on a parchment paperlined baking sheet and refrigerate until firm, about 1 hour.

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    Preheat the oven to 350.

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    Bake the crumble for about 18 minutes, until golden.

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    Transfer to a rack to cool completely.

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    Spread some coffee-caramel jam on the toasts.

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    Sprinkle the chocolate crumbles on one half of each toast; press gently to help them adhere.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.