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    Cherry Almond Croquant

    Dec 11, 2017 · 3 Comments

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    there’s a weird duality to maintain when you’re asian american (or, let’s be real, the mixture of any cultures). it’s serving no mai fan alongside the jello salad and turkey during the holidays. it’s knowing what soondubu is, and harboring a soft spot for peanut butter. so in that same vein, i'm bringing you two homemade food gift ideas perfect for giving to co-workers and friends and family and whoever else you deem worthy of delicious food this multi-cultural holiday season. part one: cherry almond croquant.

    a croquant is a french cookie, and this cherry almond croquant is studded with plenty of crunchy almonds and dried cherries. it's super crunchy so i think of it almost as a candy instead of a cookie.

    the almonds give off an almond extract/marzipan-esque flavor, even though neither of them are in here.

    and so long as your honey isn't a pain in the butt (ie it's not crystallized and you're not lazy enough to melt it in the microwave), this recipe is a breeze.

    if you're looking for more treats to give away during the holidays, might i suggest red bean filled yaki manju, or maybe some strawberry sugar cookies?

    this post is shorter and later than usual because someone had the really great luck of getting sick the sunday of finals week!! she napped for 90% of her day and tried to study in her delirious state for the other 10%. and ofc didn't have her post done. sigh. 

    A GIF of a slice of this cherry almond croquant being removed from the whole batch. #french #cookies #almond #cherry

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    This cherry almond croquant is super crunchy and almondy, with pops of tart dried cherry. #french #cookies #almond #cherry
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    Cherry Almond Croquant
    Prep Time
    15 mins
    Cook Time
    30 mins
    Total Time
    45 mins
     

    This cherry almond croquant is an easy to make homemade holiday gift that doubles deliciously as dessert.

    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: French
    Servings: 12 slices
    Calories: 143 kcal
    Ingredients
    • ½ cup granulated sugar
    • 1 large egg white
    • 2 tablespoons honey
    • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
    • 2 cups raw almonds skin on is fine, roughly chopped
    • ½ cup dried cherries roughly chopped
    Instructions
    1. In a large bowl, combine the sugar, egg, honey and flour. Whisk until combined and frothy. Add the nuts and cherries. Stir (switch to a spatula or a spoon, unless you want to struggle around with a whisk) until they are coated. Pour into a lined and well greased 9” round cake pan. Bake at 350F until golden, about 30 minutes. Cool in pan for at least 1 hour before cutting (I recommend using a pretty hefty, big knife) and serving.

    Recipe Notes

    From Carrie Vasios Mullens via Serious Eats.

    I think raw almonds taste like cardboard, so I like using dry roasted ones here (and they don't get burnt or too toasty or anything).

    Dried cranberries work in place of the dried cherries, or any dried fruit that's a bit tart.

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    1. Deepika|TheLoveOfCakes says

      December 12, 2017 at 4:19 am

      Toasted almonds and dried cherries are so amazing together! And so good in this french cookie! Crunchy with sweetness from those cherries! Yummy 🙂

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    2. Maria| kitchenathoskins says

      December 16, 2017 at 11:16 am

      Croquant is new to me. But, sounds super simple and I love the almond and cherries here - a classic combo. I'm glad you managed to post in spite of the sickness and finals. Sending some good vibes your way.

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      • Heather says

        January 28, 2018 at 9:54 pm

        it seems like croquant is new to a lot of people! (and let's be real, i hadn't heard of it until i made this recipe haha).

        Reply

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