Formula Exchange: Dulce de alegria bars

For bakeries looking for ways to incorporate ancient grain, this traditional Mexican candy will showcase amaranth’s great mouthfeel and versatility.

Contributed by Indian Harvest

Ingredients Lbs. Ozs.

Indian Harvest amaranth

3  
Honey 1 2
Agave nectar 1 2
Salted butter 1 2

Unsalted Sunflower seeds

1 2

Salted roasted pumpkin seeds

1 2

Dried apricots, small dice

1  

Dried Mission figs, small dice

  10.5

Instructions
Place amaranth in a very hot skillet 1 Tbsp. at a time, stirring constantly for 15 to 18 seconds until seeds pop. Remove immediately to prevent burning.

Combine honey, nectar and butter in a large saucepan. Cook over medium heat for 7 minutes, stirring constantly, until the syrup bubbles and starts to caramelize.

When the mixture thickens and turns golden brown, add the amaranth, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, apricots and figs; stir with a wooden spoon until everything is coated in the syrup.

Transfer the mixture to prepared hotel (20-in. by 12-in.) pans; spread into an even layer. Let cool to harden.

Yield: 96 2-in. by 3-in. squares

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