Brown Butter Nougat

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

2. 2

   In a small saucepan, melt the palm sugar and water over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved.

   Tip: Monitor the temperature closely to avoid burning.

3. 3

   Bring the sugar syrup to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.

   Tip: This step is crucial for developing the syrup's flavor and color.

4. 4

   Remove the saucepan from the heat and slowly pour in the brown butter, whisking constantly until fully incorporated.

   Tip: The mixture will bubble vigorously, so be cautious.

5. 5

   Let the mixture cool slightly, then stir in the golden syrup, salt, and vanilla extract.

   Tip: The mixture will thicken slightly, but still be pourable.

6. 6

   In a separate saucepan, combine the sliced almonds and 50g of water over medium heat. Cook, stirring constantly, until the almonds are toasted and fragrant.

   Tip: This step is important for developing the almonds' flavor and texture.

7. 7

   Add the toasted almonds to the sugar syrup and stir to combine.

   Tip: Let the mixture cool slightly before proceeding.

8. 8

   In a small bowl, sprinkle the confectioners' sugar over the top of the nougat mixture.

9. 9

   Let the mixture cool and set at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before cutting into desired shapes.

   Tip: This will help the nougat to set properly and prevent it from becoming too sticky.

10. 10

    Once set, use a sharp knife to cut the nougat into desired shapes.

    Tip: You can also use a cookie cutter to create fun shapes.