# Almond Brittle Candies This Traditional Italian Snack is Made from Only Two Ingreidents By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2015-08-27 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/italian-snack References: [food52](http://food52.com/blog/13872-the-2-ingredient-candy-you-ll-find-all-over-italy) The Food52 blog put together a tutorial for making a traditional Italian snack. Throughout Italy, almond brittle is a staple at holiday festivals and street fairs. This recipe recreates the Sicilian specialty by using only two basic ingredients. To make the ultra-sweet almond brittle, all you need is sugar and some almonds. The sugar is easily transformed into a sticky caramel that helps to hold the almonds in place. Although the recipe is extremely simple, the [sweet Italian snack](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/adriatico-zero-amaretto) delivers a complex mix of flavors. The almonds provide a [rich and nutty taste](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-honey-almonds), while the caramel base provides a flavor that is similar to that of a crème brûlée. The recipe provides the perfect way to experience a taste of Italy without leaving the comfort of your home. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 21% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Traditional Snack Recipes:** Exploring traditional snack recipes from different cultures can bring new flavors and experiences to the table. - **Simple Ingredient Recipes:** Recipes that require only a few basic ingredients can appeal to busy individuals looking for quick and easy meals or snacks. - **Flavor Combinations:** Experimenting with different flavor combinations can create unique and exciting taste profiles in traditional recipes. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can explore traditional snack recipes to expand their product offerings and cater to diverse consumer preferences. - **Recipe Websites and Apps:** Recipe websites and apps can feature simple ingredient recipes to attract users seeking quick and convenient cooking ideas. - **Flavor Enhancement Products:** Companies in the flavor enhancement industry can develop new products that help create interesting flavor combinations in traditional recipes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Italian-Style Nougat Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soft-italian-nougat.md) - [Soft Brittle Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soft-brittle.md) - [Buttery Peanut Brittle Candies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trader-joes-peanut-brittle.md) - [Fudge-Like Brittle Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frittle.md) - [Freeze-Dried Brittle Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peanut-brittle.md) - [Crunchy Egg White Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crunchy-italian-amaretti-cookies.md) - [Sweet Holiday-Themed Almonds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blue-diamond-almonds.md) - [Candy-Studded Brittle Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brittle-snacks.md) - [Festive Nut Flavors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frosted-brownie-almonds.md)