04-24-2008, 08:21 AM
1 cup maple sugar
1 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup water
1/4 tsp almond extract
Walnut meats
Cook sugars and water together to 240° (soft-ball stage), add almond extract. Cool to lukewarm then beat vigorously until creamy-firm. Knead on cold, smooth surface (marble candy board or use a cookie sheet) until smooth. Form into small balls, press walnut half into each.
1 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup water
1/4 tsp almond extract
Walnut meats
Cook sugars and water together to 240° (soft-ball stage), add almond extract. Cool to lukewarm then beat vigorously until creamy-firm. Knead on cold, smooth surface (marble candy board or use a cookie sheet) until smooth. Form into small balls, press walnut half into each.