Crunchy Roasted Almonds Coated in Strawberry-Flavoured White Chocolate
Strawberry Chocolate Almonds 175g by La Colmena are a traditional Spanish confection from Jijona, combining 22% roasted almonds with a 72% strawberry-flavoured white chocolate coating. Their distinctive appeal lies in the contrast between the crunchy almond centre and the smooth, creamy chocolate, complemented by a sweet strawberry flavour.
Presented in a convenient 175g tub, these chocolate-covered almonds are ideal for sharing, gifting or adding to a selection of Christmas sweets. Unlike traditional chocolates with soft or creamy fillings, each piece contains a whole roasted almond surrounded by strawberry-flavoured white chocolate.
22% Roasted Almonds and 72% White Chocolate Coating
The combination of ingredients is what makes these sweets particularly distinctive. Roasted almonds account for 22% of the recipe, providing the crunchy centre of each piece. The surrounding white chocolate coating adds a smooth texture and the characteristic sweetness of white chocolate.
The strawberry flavour introduces a fruity element that complements the roasted almonds. This combination is particularly appealing to anyone who enjoys chocolate-covered nuts but would like something different from the more familiar dark or milk chocolate varieties.
A Fruity Alternative to Traditional Chocolate-Covered Almonds
La Colmena presents these sweets as a variation on its traditional chocolate-covered almonds. The main difference is the use of strawberry-flavoured white chocolate instead of a conventional chocolate coating, while retaining the roasted almond centre.
This also distinguishes them from chocolates filled with praline or ganache. Rather than a soft strawberry cream filling, each piece contains a whole almond that provides a satisfying crunch.
Their individual, bite-sized format makes them easy to enjoy straight from the tub, without cutting or preparing portions.
A 175g Tub for Christmas Sharing and Gifts
The 175g format is particularly convenient for serving at gatherings, accompanying an after-dinner coffee or adding to a Christmas hamper. The small pieces can be placed in a serving bowl alongside other sweets and nuts, making them easy to share.
They also make an attractive addition to gourmet gift boxes, festive hampers and small Christmas presents, particularly when looking for an alternative to traditional Spanish almond turrón.
At Licorea, we recommend these strawberry chocolate almonds to anyone who enjoys chocolate-covered nuts and prefers fruity flavours. The combination of strawberry, white chocolate and roasted almonds brings something different to a selection of Spanish Christmas confectionery.
How to Enjoy and Store Strawberry Chocolate Almonds
We recommend serving them at a cool room temperature, avoiding excessive heat to preserve the consistency of the white chocolate coating. They make a pleasant accompaniment to coffee, tea or an after-dinner selection of traditional sweets.
They also pair well with vanilla ice cream, chocolate desserts and assorted nuts. Their bite-sized format makes them particularly convenient as a small sweet treat alongside dessert.
To keep Strawberry Chocolate Almonds 175g in good condition, store the tub in a cool, dry place, away from moisture and direct sources of heat.
Ingredients and Allergens
According to the manufacturer, these sweets contain a white chocolate coating (72%), made with sugar, cocoa butter, milk powder, soya lecithin and flavouring; roasted almonds (22%), sugar, strawberry flavouring, strawberry preparations, colourings, sweeteners and other ingredients used in the coating.
Contains almonds, milk and soya. The ingredients also include the colouring E129 (Allura Red AC). Anyone with food allergies or intolerances should always check the packaging for the complete ingredients list and possible traces of other allergens before consumption.
