Pistachio Almond Nougat Bars are a tasty and fun treat. They’re filled with crunchy pistachios and almonds, making each bite a little nutty delight. The mix of flavors and textures feels special, almost magical. With every bite, the crunchy nuts and soft nougat burst into distinct flavors, giving you a sweet, fun snack!
Pistachio Almond Nougat Bar Recipe
Nougat is a chewy candy made from egg whites mixed with hot syrup made of honey and sugar. Whipping the egg whites gives it a soft, fluffy texture, turning what could be hard candy into something light and airy. Warm nuts are then added, and the nougat is left to set, patiently waiting for that perfect moment when it's ready to be enjoyed.
Making Nougat at home can be tricky. The syrup needs to reach a high temperature, and the timing of the whipped egg whites has to be just right. Plus, the nougat is super sticky, so handling it can be tough. But with patience, you can create delicious nougat that everyone will love, especially at parties!
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⭐Why You'll Love This Pistachio Almond Nougat Bar
- Vibrant Colors: The pistachios and apricots provide a vibrant color to the nougat.
- Make in Advance: Make the nougat in advance, store it at room temperature or in the refrigerator, and serve at your convenience.
- Perfect for Sharing: Create happy memories around the table by sharing this delightful treat with your loved ones.
- Suitable for Any Occasion: Whether it’s birthdays, Thanksgiving, Christmas, holiday get-togethers, or any other occasion.
🧾Pistachio Almond Nougat Ingredients
Here is a list of everything you need:
- Blanched Almonds: Add rich and nutty flavour and a crunchy texture.
- Pistachios: Introduce a lively green colour and a nutty flavour.
- Dried Apricots: Introduce a vibrant yellow color, a chewy and fruity element, and a sweet and slightly tart taste in the nougat.
- Honey: A key element and sweetening agent, it acts as the binding force for the nuts.
- Sugar: Provides sweetness.
- Egg White: Contributes to shaping the form of the nougat and provides a delightful chewy texture.
See the recipe card below for a full list of ingredients and measurements.
👩🏻🍳How to Make Almond Nougat Bar
These step-by-step instructions and photos will help you to visualize how to make this recipe. See the recipe card for a printable version of this recipe.
1. In a small saucepan, heat the honey and sugar over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar completely dissolves and the mixture begins to bubble.
2. Remove the syrup from the heat, once the syrup reaches around 120°C - 130°C(248°F -266°F) on a candy thermometer, alternatively dip a spoon into the syrup, if the syrup forms thin and not too long thread it is ready. Let the syrup cool down a little bit for around 3 minutes.
3. In a big bowl, separate the egg white from the yolk and use an electric mixer to whip the egg whites until they reach a stiff peak consistency.
4. Gradually add the egg white into the syrup, beat with a spatula, and then with a whisk until the egg white is fully incorporated around 4 minutes.
5. Cook the egg white syrup mixture on low heat and beat continuously until the mixture becomes thick and glossy around 8-10 minutes.
6. Remove from the heat, add warm roasted almonds, pistachios, and chopped dried apricots, and fold in until they are evenly distributed.
7. Pour the mixture into the greased mold, dusted with icing sugar, and use a spatula to spread it evenly.
8. Allow the nougat to cool then refrigerate for 24 hours or until it becomes firm.
9. Once set, take it out from the mold place it on a cutting board, and sprinkle icing sugar over the top.
10. Cut the nougat into rectangular bars.
💭Tips for Recipe Success
Precise Measurements: Achieve the perfect nougat by maintaining accurate measurements for sugar, honey, and other components to guarantee the desired texture and flavor.
Roasting Nuts: Elevate the taste by giving the nuts a toasty touch before blending them into the nougat mixture.
Quality Dried Apricots: Choose dried apricots as it significantly influences the overall taste and texture of the nougat.
Patience with Sugar Syrup: Exercise patience while preparing the sugar syrup; ensure it attains the proper temperature. This critical step is essential for the nougat to achieve the desired setting.
Whipping Egg White: Attain a nougat boasting a light and airy texture by first whipping the egg white to stiff peaks, then gradually incorporating it into the nougat mixture through gentle folding.
Add the Egg White Slowly to the Sugar Syrup: Prevent the formation of lumps by gradually and consistently whisking the egg into the sugar syrup with extra care.
Quick Assembly: Efficiently blend the sugar syrup with nuts and dried apricots, as nougat solidifies quickly, making swift mixing and pouring crucial.
Let it Set Properly: For the best outcome, allow the nougat to fully set before slicing. This process may require several hours or overnight firming.
❓Commonly Asked Questions
Absolutely, customize the recipe to your liking by exchanging almonds or pistachios with alternatives like hazelnuts or walnuts. Also get creative with dried fruits, exploring choices such as dried cherries or cranberries instead of apricots.
Store Almond Nougat Bars adequately, and they will retain freshness for around four weeks at room temperature. Opting for refrigeration further prolongs their freshness, lasting for several weeks.
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📖 Recipe
Pistachio Almond Nougat Bar
Ingredients
- 100 g Blanched Almonds
- 75 g Pistachios
- 75 g Dried Apricots
- 125 g Honey
- 125 g Sugar
- 1 Egg White
Instructions
- Add blanched almonds to a pan and toast for 5-8 minutes over low-medium heat, stirring occasionally. Be careful not to burn them.
- Remove the pan from the heat, place the toasted almonds in a small bowl and let them cool down. Set aside.
- Add pistachios to a pan and toast for 5 minutes over low-medium heat, stirring occasionally. Be careful not to burn them.
- Remove the pan from the heat, place the toasted pistachios in a small bowl and let them cool down. Set aside.
- Place dried apricots on a cutting board, cut them into small pieces and place in a small bowl. Set aside.
- Spray and brush the mold with oil and then sprinkle icing sugar. Set aside.
- In a small saucepan, heat the honey and sugar over a medium flame, stirring constantly until the sugar completely dissolves and the mixture begins to bubble.
- Remove the syrup from the heat, once the honey and sugar mixture reaches around 120°C - 130°C(248°F -266°F) on a candy thermometer or dip a spoon into the syrup and then the syrup will form a thin and not too long thread.
- Let the syrup cool down a little bit for around 3 minutes.
- In a big bowl, separate the egg white from the yolk and use an electric mixer to whip the egg whites until they reach a stiff peak consistency.
- Gradually add the egg white into the syrup, beat with a spatula and then with a whisk until the egg white is fully incorporated around 4 minutes.
- Cook the egg white syrup mixture on low heat and beat continuously until the mixture becomes thick and glossy around 8-10 minutes.
- Remove from the heat, add the almonds, pistachios and dried apricots, and fold in until they are evenly distributed.
- Pour the mixture into the mold and evenly spread it using a spatula.
- Allow the nougat to cool and refrigerate for 24 hours or until it becomes firm. Once set, take it out from the mold and place it on a cutting board.
- Sprinkle icing sugar over the top.
- Cut the nougat into rectangular bars.
Notes
- Nut Selection: Choose high-quality almonds and pistachios to achieve the best flavour and texture. Ensure a thorough toasting to elevate the nuttiness in your nougat.
- Dried Apricots: Select tender and juicy dried apricots to infuse a delightful sweetness and chewiness into your nougat. avoid overly dry apricots as their texture could impact the overall consistency of the confection.
- Nougat Consistency: Attain an ideal nougat texture by overseeing the temperature of the sugar syrup. Use a candy thermometer to check it reaches the precise stage required for nougat preparation.
- Mixing Ingredients: When incorporating the almonds, pistachios, and apricots into the nougat base, aim for a balance of speed and gentleness, ensuring even distribution without compromising the nougat’s fluffiness.
- Setting Time: Allow the nougat to fully set before slicing it into bars.
- Storage: Preserve the freshness of your nougat by storing it in a sealed container in the fridge.
- Cutting: Achieve clean slices by dipping your knife into hot water prior to cutting the nougat.
- Gift Idea: Elevate your handcrafted gift by individually wrapping nougat bars in decorative paper and tying them with a ribbon.
Nutrition
Nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered an estimate only. Actual nutritional content will vary based upon brands used, measuring methods, cooking method, portion sizes, and more.
Sandra says
This is one of my childhood favorite sweets