Description
These sweet and spicy roasted almonds are a delightful snack where you can control the heat level. Perfect for holiday gatherings or as a flavorful treat any time.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups (480 ml) of raw almonds
- 3 tsp of ground cinnamon
- 3 tsp of brown sugar
- 1 tsp of ground cayenne pepper (up to 2 tsp if you like more heat)
- 4 tbsp (60 ml) of organic agave or honey
- 1 tsp of vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
- In a large bowl, combine the almonds, ground cinnamon, brown sugar, ground cayenne pepper, agave or honey, and vanilla extract. Toss well to ensure each almond is evenly coated with the mixture.
- Spread the coated almonds in a single layer on the prepared cookie sheet.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the almonds are golden brown and fragrant.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely on the baking sheet. The almonds will become crisp as they cool.
- Once cooled, store the almonds in an airtight container at room temperature.
Notes
- Adjust the cayenne pepper to your heat preference.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- These almonds make a great gift during the holidays.
- You can substitute agave with honey if preferred.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 5
- Fat: 15
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 6
- Cholesterol: 0