How to Make Cocoa Coated Crunchy Almonds

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Blend the cocoa powder with the butter in a mixing bowl.

   Blend until it forms a thick paste.
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   Step 2: Heat the cocoa mixture.

   Fill a saucepan with water about 1/4 the way.
   
   Add the cocoa mixture in a heatproof bowl that fits into the saucepan. (Alternatively, use a double boiler). , Remove from the heat and transfer to a mixing bowl. , Keep stirring constantly, adding the sugar and milk gradually.
   
   Taste the cocoa mixture.
   
   See whether it could benefit from the addition of more sugar; if so, add some. , This cocoa mixture forms the coating for the almonds.
   
   Set aside for now. ,, Do this one by one. ,, Allow to set for an hour or so. , Arrange the cocoa coated crunchy almonds on a plate for serving.
   
   The cocoa coated crunchy almonds are ready to serve.
   
   Enjoy.
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   Step 3: Stir over the heat until the cocoa mixture is hot but not cooked.

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   Step 4: Add the sugar and milk to the heated cocoa mixture.

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   Step 5: Peel the covering off the crunchy almonds.

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   Step 6: Dip the crunchy almonds into the cocoa mixture.

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   Step 7: Lay the dipped crunchy almonds on a baking sheet or tray covered in parchment or wax paper.

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   Step 8: Place the baking sheet of all the dipped chocolates into the freezer.

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   Step 9: Remove from the freezer.

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