Description

This Irresistibly Easy Warm Spice Sweet Crunch Almonds recipe offers a deliciously spiced and sweet nut snack that is simple to prepare. Coated with a blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, and brown sugar, these almonds are perfectly toasted in the oven to achieve a satisfying crunchy texture. Ideal as a healthy snack or a festive treat, you can also substitute almonds with walnuts or pecans for variety.

Ingredients

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Almond Mixture

2 cups Raw Almonds (Substitute with walnuts or pecans for a twist)
1 large Egg White (Aquafaba works as a vegan option)
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract (Opt for pure vanilla for best flavor)

Spice and Sugar Coating

1 cup Brown Sugar (Coconut sugar is a healthier alternative)
2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon (Essential for warm flavor)
0.5 teaspoon Ground Nutmeg (Allspice can be used as a substitute)
0.5 teaspoon Salt (Balances the sweetness)

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Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to ensure the almonds do not stick and bake evenly.
Whisk Egg White and Vanilla: In a bowl, whisk together the egg white and vanilla extract until frothy, about 2-3 minutes. This will help the sugar mixture adhere to the almonds.
Coat Almonds: Add the raw almonds to the egg white mixture and toss gently until every nut is evenly coated, which should take about 1-2 minutes.
Mix Sugar and Spices: In a separate bowl, combine the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt. Stir them well to form a uniform spice blend.
Cover Almonds with Spice Mix: Pour the sugar and spice mixture over the coated almonds, stirring gently until all almonds are evenly covered with the sweet and warm spice coating.
Arrange for Baking: Spread the coated almonds in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not piled up to allow even roasting.
Bake Almonds: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through the cooking time to ensure even roasting and caramelization.
Cool Completely: Once baked, remove the almonds from the oven and let them cool completely on the baking sheet. This cooling step helps the almonds set and become delightfully crunchy.

Notes

For a vegan version, substitute the egg white with aquafaba and whisk until frothy before mixing.
You can experiment by replacing almonds with walnuts or pecans to enjoy different nutty flavors.
Use pure vanilla extract for the best aromatic flavor in the coating.
Ensure to stir the almonds halfway through baking to prevent burning and achieve uniform coating.
Store cooled spiced almonds in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.