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Honey Roasted Almonds have an addictive combination of sweet honey, warm cinnamon, and crunchy nuts that will elevate your snack game instantly! These caramelized treats make perfect homemade gifts for holidays, hostess offerings, or care packages that friends and family will devour within minutes.
This honey-roasted almonds recipe has a magical combination of warm cinnamon, natural honey sweetness, and perfectly roasted nuts to create an irresistible, crunchy treat! Whether you’re looking for an afternoon pick-me-up with tea, a protein-rich option for hiking adventures, or something to munch during movie night, these almonds are a great option.
The simple process of making your own honey-roasted almonds takes less than 30 minutes from start to finish yet yields results that rival expensive store-bought versions at a fraction of the cost. Plus, you’ll know exactly what ingredients went into them. No mysterious preservatives or additives, just wholesome ingredients working together to create something truly crave-worthy that you’ll find yourself making again and again!
Nikki’s Recipe Rundown
- Taste: Perfectly balanced sweet and salty flavors that balance out the natural nuttiness of the almonds!
- Texture: These almonds are satisfyingly crunchy on the outside with a slight chew inside.
- Ease: Simple enough for beginner cooks with just five ingredients and straightforward steps that yield impressive results every time!
- Pros: This naturally gluten free snack offers protein and healthy fats while satisfying those sweet cravings.
- Considerations: Timing is important here! After roasting, the almonds should be warm enough to pick up the sugar coating but not hot enough to melt it completely.
- Repeat Worthy: Absolutely worth making again and again, as these almonds disappear quickly, and the recipe easily doubles for larger batches!
Ingredients Needed for Honey Roasted Almonds
- Almonds: Whole, raw almonds are best here for the balance of flavors!
- Honey: Adds natural sweetness and helps create that signature golden caramelization.
- Ground Cinnamon: Provides warm, aromatic spice that complements the honey beautifully.
- Salt: For the perfect salty-sweet balance!
- Sugar: Creates the crystallized exterior coating that gives these almonds their distinctive crunch.
Variations and Substitutions
- Spice: Add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a sweet-heat combination.
- Maple: Substitute maple syrup for honey for a different flavor profile.
- Mixed nuts: Use a combination of almonds, pecans, and walnuts instead of just almonds.
How To Make the Best Honey Oven Roasted Almonds
✱ Be sure to see the recipe card below for exact ingredients and full recipe instructions!
Step 1 | Mix with Honey
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F
Line two separate cookie sheets or jelly roll pans with parchment paper and set aside.
In a medium-sized bowl, mix sugar and salt and set aside.
In a separate medium-sized bowl, heat the honey in the microwave at 50% power for 40 seconds. Mix in cinnamon and stir. Mix in almonds and stir to coat thoroughly.
Step 2 | Bake
Place almonds on a parchment-lined pan and spread them out.
Cook the almonds in the oven for 10 minutes, turning the almonds halfway through the cooking time.
Step 3 | Coat with Sugar & Cool
Remove from the oven and let the almonds cool for only 4 minutes.
Add the warm almonds to the bowl of sugar and salt. Stir to coat all the almonds.
Spread on the second parchment-lined pan to cool completely.
Recipe Tips
- Don’t skip lining your sheet pans with parchment paper! This prevents sticking and makes cleanup a breeze.
- The 4-minute cooling time is crucial. Almonds should be warm enough to pick up the sugar coating but not hot enough to melt it completely. If you wait much longer, the almonds will be difficult to get off of the parchment paper!
- Be careful when handling the honey roasted almonds before coating them in the sugar mixture. The sugar in the honey makes them extra hot!
- For even roasting, ensure the almonds are spread in a single layer on the baking sheet.
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Recipe FAQs
In moderation, yes! Almonds contain healthy fats, protein, and fiber, though the added sugar makes them a treat to enjoy mindfully.
They are ready to eat while still warm, but you will want to cool them until they are no longer sticky, a minimum of one hour, before putting them into storage containers. You can pop the cooling pan into the refrigerator to cool them faster.
They likely weren’t cooled properly before storage. Make sure they’re completely cool before transferring to a container.
Storage
Storage: Store your honey-roasted almonds in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks. For longer storage, keep them in the refrigerator for up to a month.
What to Serve with Honey Roasted Almonds
These versatile honey-roasted almonds can be served in numerous ways – add them to a holiday charcuterie board for a sweet counterpoint to savory cheeses and meats, set out small bowls during gatherings, or use them as a delightful crunchy topping for a scoop of nutty butter ice cream.
You can also toss a handful into a homemade praline snack mix or turn them into thoughtful homemade gifts when packaged in decorative jars with a ribbon!
Other Recipes to Try
- Christmas Pretzels with Rolos
- Cookie Butter Muddy Buddies
- Sugared Cranberries
- Chocolate Covered Pretzel Pumpkins
- Carrot Cake Balls
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Honey Roasted Almonds
Ingredients
- 2 cups raw almonds
- 2 tablespoons honey
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Line two separate cookie sheets or jelly roll pans with parchment paper, set aside.
- In a medium size bowl, mix sugar and salt, set aside.
- In a separate medium size bowl, heat honey in the microwave at power 50% for 40 seconds. Mix in cinnamon and stir. Mix in almonds and stir to coat thoroughly.
- Place almonds on a parchment lined pan and spread them out.
- Cook the almonds in the oven for 10 minutes, turning the almonds halfway through the cooking time.
- Remove from the oven and let the almonds cool for only 4 minutes.
- Add the warm almonds to the bowl of sugar and salt. Stir to coat all the almonds. Spread on the second parchment lined pan to cool completely.
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Notes
- When transferring the slightly cooled almonds from the pan to the sugar/salt bowl you need to work quickly because as the almonds cool they get super sticky and are difficult to remove from the parchment paper.
- These make fantastic gifts around the holidays or as wedding favors!
Nutrition Information
Nutritional Disclaimer
Soulfully Made is not a dietician or nutritionist, and any nutritional information shared is only an estimate. We recommend running the ingredients through an online nutritional calculator if you need to verify any information.
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