Caramelized Cacao Nibs

In a medium heavy sauté pan, stir together the nibs and sugar over medium-high heat, stirring constantly. The sugar will begin to melt and caramelize very quickly. It will take under 4 minutes until almost all the sugar caramelizes and only a few white specks remain.

Immediately remove the pan from the heat, stir in the butter to coat the nibs, and scrape them onto a piece of parchment