Delight in the aromatic and sweet crunch of Spiced Roasted Almonds, a treat that brings together the warmth of classic spices with the natural richness of almonds. This recipe is perfect for snacking, gifting, or serving at gatherings, where its fragrant appeal and satisfying crunch are sure to captivate your guests. With a beautifully spiced sugar glaze, these almonds are not only addictive but also easy to prepare.
Whether you’re a seasoned cook or a beginner, these spiced almonds are straightforward to make and offer a wonderful way to spice up your culinary repertoire. The combination of cinnamon, cloves, allspice, ginger, and nutmeg creates a melody of flavors that enhance the natural taste of almonds wonderfully.
Spiced Roasted Almonds: A Festive Snack
Preparation Time: 5 minutes
Cooking Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 6
Equipment: Large non-stick skillet, rimmed baking sheet
Spiced Roasted Almonds Recipe
Ingredients:
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/4 teaspoon allspice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups unsalted almonds
Directions:
- Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil and set aside.
- In a large non-stick skillet, combine the water, sugar, cinnamon, cloves, allspice, ginger, nutmeg, and salt.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Once boiling, add the almonds and reduce the heat to medium. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Continue cooking and stirring the almonds until the water has evaporated and the sugar mixture changes to a coarse and dry consistency.
- Keep stirring as the sugar begins to melt again and the glaze becomes shiny and coats the almonds.
- Quickly pour the almonds onto the prepared baking sheet, spreading them out with a wooden spoon.
- As the almonds cool, use the spoon to break up any clumps and separate the nuts.
- Allow the almonds to cool completely and harden on the baking sheet.
Serve these Spiced Roasted Almonds as a delightful snack or use them to enhance your culinary creations. They make an excellent addition to holiday tables or as a special treat to enjoy with your coffee or tea. Their enticing aroma and burst of flavors make them a favorite for any occasion.