Salted-Almond Honey Wafers

Vegetarian
Salted-Almond Honey Wafers
300 min.
40
60kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with these delightful Salted-Almond Honey Wafers, a perfect treat for any dessert lover! These crispy, golden wafers are not only vegetarian but also incredibly easy to make, making them an ideal choice for both novice and experienced bakers alike. With a preparation time of just 300 minutes, you can whip up a batch that serves up to 40 people, making them perfect for gatherings, parties, or simply to enjoy at home.

The combination of sliced almonds, mild honey, and a touch of flaky sea salt creates a harmonious balance of flavors that will leave your taste buds dancing. Each wafer is a delightful blend of crunchy and chewy textures, with a subtle sweetness that pairs beautifully with a cup of tea or coffee. Plus, the use of unsalted butter and light corn syrup ensures a rich, buttery flavor that enhances the overall experience.

What’s more, these wafers can be stored in an airtight container for up to five days, allowing you to savor them at your leisure. Whether you’re looking to impress guests or simply treat yourself, these Salted-Almond Honey Wafers are sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a batch of these irresistible treats that everyone will love!

Ingredients

  • 1.3 cups almonds sliced
  • tablespoon plus light
  • large egg whites lightly beaten
  • 0.8 cup flour all-purpose
  • 0.3 cup honey 
  • teaspoon sea salt 
  • 0.3 cup sugar 
  • tablespoons butter unsalted

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • spatula
  • offset spatula

Directions

  1. Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 350°F. Put liner on a baking sheet.
  2. Melt butter in a 1- to 2-quart heavy saucepan over moderately low heat and add honey, sugar, and corn syrup, stirring until combined.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in flour until incorporated, then stir in egg white.
  4. Working in batches of 6, spread small spoonfuls of batter with a small offset spatula or back of a spoon into long strips, about 1 inch wide and 5 to 6 inches long, on baking sheet, spacing cookies 2 inches apart. Top each batch with about 2 3/4 tablespoons almonds and sprinkle with sea salt.
  5. Bake until evenly golden, 9 to 10 minutes, then cool briefly on baking sheet to firm slightly, 1 to 2 minutes.
  6. Transfer with a thin metal spatula to a rack to cool completely.
  7. Transfer wafers as cooled to an airtight container.
  8. • Batter keeps, covered and chilled, 5 days.• Wafers keep in airtight container at room temperature 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Calories60kcal
Protein6.24%
Fat49.9%
Carbs43.86%

Properties

Glycemic Index
5.66
Glycemic Load
3.78
Inflammation Score
-1
Nutrition Score
1.3808695481199%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.07mg
Catechin
0.04mg
Epigallocatechin
0.07mg
Epicatechin
0.02mg
Eriodictyol
0.01mg
Naringenin
0.01mg
Isorhamnetin
0.08mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:59.73kcal
2.99%
Fat:3.45g
5.31%
Saturated Fat:1.37g
8.57%
Carbohydrates:6.83g
2.28%
Net Carbohydrates:6.4g
2.33%
Sugar:4.54g
5.05%
Cholesterol:5.27mg
1.76%
Sodium:60.32mg
2.62%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.97g
1.94%
Vitamin E:0.79mg
5.29%
Manganese:0.08mg
4.22%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
2.95%
Magnesium:8.48mg
2.12%
Copper:0.03mg
1.74%
Phosphorus:17.18mg
1.72%
Fiber:0.43g
1.71%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.65%
Selenium:1.14µg
1.63%
Folate:5.72µg
1.43%
Iron:0.23mg
1.28%
Vitamin B3:0.25mg
1.24%
Vitamin A:61.25IU
1.23%
Source:Epicurious