PRALINE MAC NUT CRUNCH CUPCAKES
Provided by Food Network
Time 2h20m
Yield 24 cupcakes
Number Of Ingredients 29
Steps:
- For the cupcakes: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a standard cupcake or muffin pan with 24 standard cupcake liners.
- Sift the sugar, flour, baking soda and salt into the bowl of an electric stand mixer with a whisk attachment. In a separate bowl, combine the oil, soft butter, sour cream, vanilla and eggs and whisk until combined. Add the wet mixture in three additions to the dry mixture on medium speed, scraping after each addition. In another separate bowl, whisk the cocoa and 2 1/2 cups hot water until the cocoa is fully dissolved. Add to the cake batter and whisk until the mixture is fully incorporated.
- Fill the liners three-quarters full (2 ounces) with batter and bake until golden brown and baked through, 15 to 20 minutes. Cool the cupcakes completely.
- For the nut crunch: In a medium bowl, combine the melted milk chocolate with the feuilletine, praline paste, macadamia nuts and salt. Stir to combine.
- To assemble: Cut a small hole in the middle of each chocolate cupcake and fill with the milk chocolate mac nut crunch. Pipe the Vanilla Bean Frosting on the cupcakes with a plain tip. Add a broken piece of the Caramel Almond Paper and sprinkle with the chopped macadamia nuts, if using.
- Temper the dark chocolate and dip the whole macadamia nuts in it.
- Temper the white chocolate and pipe a small amount onto parchment, using a spatula to spread and form into half clamshell shapes. Stick two halves into the frosting to open up like a clam, and then place a chocolate covered mac nut in the center.
- This recipe was created by a contestant during a cooking competition. The Food Network Kitchens have not tested it for home use, therefore, we cannot make any representation as to the results.
- In medium saucepot, bring the milk and vanilla beans to a boil. Using a whisk, continuously stir in the flour until the mixture becomes thick and the flour is cooked out. Spread the hot milk mixture onto a sheet pan and top with plastic wrap to prevent a skin from forming. Refrigerate until fully cooled, about 20 minutes.
- In the bowl of an electric stand mixer with a paddle attachment, cream the butter and vanilla for 5 minutes. Add the sugar and cream for an additional 5 minutes. Slowly add the cooled milk mixture and cream for 3 minutes until the frosting becomes white, light and fluffy. Put the frosting into a pastry bag fitted with a medium star tip.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a medium saucepot, heat up the sugar, stirring continuously until caramelized and golden amber in color. Add in the almonds and stir until completely coated. Pour into a thin layer onto a silicone baking mat and let cool completely.
- In a food processor, add the cooled caramel nut mix and grind into a fine powder. Using a sifter, lightly sprinkle into a thin layer on a silicone baking mat. Bake in the oven until golden brown, 8 to 10 minutes. Let cool completely before breaking into pieces and using.
PRALINE NUT CRUNCH
Make and share this Praline Nut Crunch recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Motley Oklahoman
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 20m
Yield 10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375°F Spray 13×9-inch baking pan with no-stick cooking spray. Combine cereals, pretzels, and nuts in prepared pan. Set aside.
- Combine brown sugar, butter and corn syrup in 2-quart heavy saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture come to a full boil (4 to 6 minutes). Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla and baking soda. Pour over cereal mixture in prepared pan; toss to coat.
- Bake for 10 to 15 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes, or until coating is set. Remove from over; stir.
- Spoon cereal mixture onto aluminum foil or large ungreased baking sheet. Cool 10 minutes. Break into pieces. Store in container with tight-fitting lid for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 221.9, Fat 14, SaturatedFat 5.3, Cholesterol 18.3, Sodium 210.2, Carbohydrate 23.9, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 18.1, Protein 2.4
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