June 29th is National Almond Buttercrunch Day #NationalAlmondButtercrunchDay and I know I’ve had this before because it reminds me of Crunch N Munch which I would love to have. With no, car I can’t get to the store unless I walk to the store. I looked up recipes to make Crunch Munch.
I would need to go to the Store to pick up the ingredients to make Crunch Munch. Would you like to hang out and stop by the grocery store on the way to my house and purchase the ingredients I will make us lunch and we can make Crunch N Munch for my family and yours as well. The recipe is below before you tell me you wouldn’t know what we need.
National Almond Buttercrunch Day is an annual holiday event that is celebrated on June 29th every year. National Almon Buttercrunch Day is a day that celebrates this dessert topping, and the different ways in which Almon Buttercrunch is prepared, and the unique ways of enjoying ALMOND BUTTERCRUNCH in different regions of the Country. People love to sprinkle ALMOND BUTTERCRUNCH on Cakes and sweets while others love adding ALMOND BUTTERCRUNCH to their Coffee. Whichever way you like to have ALMOND BUTTERCRUNCH, National Almond Buttercrunch Day is not a day to be missed.
Almond Buttercrunch is a type of hard Candy that is often had as a standalone dessert or to garnish other desserts. ALMOND BUTTERCRUNCH uses a simple recipe that combines Toffee, Chocolate, and Sugar to give a luxurious texture to your desserts. Adding Almonds to the mix enhances the texture by making the Butter Crunch richer and grainier.
Since Butter is the main ingredient in Amond Buttercrunch, its believed that the Candy originated in Northern Europe, which is known for its rich and ancient Butter-making traditions. During the 19th Century, Sugar was more easily available, so the approximate date of the origin of Buttercrunch can be placed in the early 19th Century.
In the United States, Almond Buttercrunch became commercially available in the early 20th Century since, by that time, the technology for mass production of hard Candy had become quite widespread. Moreover, people were fond of Almond Buttercrunch Day, which was popular across the Atlantic as well. Nowadays, with the spread of online food channels and the popular appeal of homely desserts, many people are being drawn to handmade Toffee and Buttercrunch.
Celebrating National Almond Buttercrunch Day is a cultural tradition and it provides an opportunity to learn about how the techniques of making it have evolved over more than a Century ago. The exact year when National Almond Buttercrunch Day was first celebrated is not documented, which makes it hard to know how far this tradition extends. However, given the fact that it continues to be celebrated today, we can be sure that it is a much-loved part of American culture.
HOW TO CELEBRATE NATIONAL ALMOND BUTTERCRUNCH DAY
- If you have the opportunity to today then you and your family should learn how to make Almond Buttercrunch which is quite simple and you can easily make Almond Buttercrunch at home and I’ve included a recipe below for you. The best part is that Almon Buttercrunch lasts for a long time if it is stored properly. You can prepare a big batch and store the Almond Buttercrunch in an airtight container and keep it in a dry place. All you need to get started are a few pans, and these ingredients Sugar, Butter, and Almonds) with a cooking thermometer. Remember you can usually purchase the Candy Thermometer online or at the Dollar Store in your area.
- Almond Buttercrunch adds a rich and sweet taste to your Coffee and is a great way to make a routine activity a bit more special. Invite your family and friends over for a cup of Coffee and Homemade Almond Buttercrunch to the Coffee without telling them. Enjoy the delight on their faces as they try to figure out the secret ingredient that made their Coffee so tasty.
- Almond and Buttercrunch go very well together but that does not mean you cannot add more variation to Almond Buttercrunch. Let your imagination run wild and try to add some Nuts and Spices to the basic recipe. You can even experiment with different types of Butter available on the market as each variety carries its own distinctive taste. There is no end to how many way you can experiment with Almond Buttercrunch.
FACT’S ABOUT CANDY
- The word ‘Candy’ comes from the Arabic word for the Greek island of Crete, ‘Qandi,’ where 13th-century Arabs cultivated Sugarcane.
- The process of candying refers to applying a coating of molten Sugar over Fruits and Nuts to preserve them.
- During the Middle Ages, Sugar was used as a Spice in Europe and was a luxury that very few people could afford.
- Rum was a popular ingredient in the earliest Toffees due to its unique flavor.
- Many people believe that the word ‘Toffee’ is of Creole origin.
WHY PEOPLE LOVE NATIONAL ALMOND BUTTERCRUNCH DAY
- The ancient origins of Candy-making and Almond Buttercrunch make it important for Americans to celebrate National Buttercrunch Day in honor of the work that prior generations have done to transfer their knowledge down the Centuries. By celebrating National Almond Buttercrunch Day, we recognize the hard work and dedication of those who helped refine the American culinary heritage.
- National Almond Buttercrunch Day is also the right time to take a much-needed break and treat oneself to something sweet. We all have so much stress around us that something as simple as Almond Buttercrunch can uplift our spirit and improve our mood.
- Making Almond Buttercrunch is quite simple and you can start your own business of preparing Alomd Buttercrunch at home and supplying it to your local Bakery. Just come up with a nice recipe by experimenting with the basic recipe and start marketing your product in your community. You will definitely find someone who would want to collaborate with you. Just make sure you don’t eat all of your creation before you sell it.
Recipe for Almond Crunch
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon plus 1/2 cup butter, softened, divided
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon light corn syrup
- 1 cup sliced almonds
Directions
- Line an 8-in. square pan with foil; butter the foil with 1/2 tablespoon butter. Set aside.
- Spread the sides of a heavy saucepan with 1/2 tablespoon butter. Add 1/2 cup of butter, sugar and corn syrup. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly. Cook and stir until mixture is golden brown, about 3 minutes. Stir in almonds. Quickly pour into prepared pan.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
