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Almond Florentines

Prep Time1 hrCook Time15 minsTotal Time1 hr 15 mins

Ingredients:
 ½ cup butter
 ½ cup granulated sugar
 3 tablespoons heavy cream
 3 tablespoons honey
 2 cups sliced almonds, blanched (no skins)
 5 ounces dark chocolate (150 grams)
Method:
1

Preheat oven to 375 F. Line a large half-sheet baking pan with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

2

Melt butter in a heavy saucepan. Stir in sugar, cream, and honey. Heat over medium heat and then cook at a rolling boil (full boil) for 90 seconds.

3

Remove from heat and gently stir in the sliced almonds.

4

Once cool enough to touch, scoop out a tablespoonful of the mixture and shape it into a 1-inch ball. Place them 4 inches apart on the prepared baking pan and use the back of a spoon to flatten them into 2-inch discs. (You should only fit about 6 on a baking sheet as they will spread a lot).

5

Bake for 11-14 minutes depending on your oven. They need to be dark golden brown or the candy will not set. If it hasn't been browned, cook for a few minutes longer but keep a close eye on them so they don't burn. Do not undercook.

6

Allow the cookies to cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then transfer to the fridge until hard, about 30 minutes.

7

Melt the dark chocolate in a double broiler or microwave.

8

Use a spatula or knife to spread the melted on the smooth side (bottom) of the candy. You can also use a fork to make a wave-like pattern in the chocolate. Place face down back on the baking sheet (chocolate side up) to set.