Indulge in the delightful crunch and nutty flavor of roasted almonds, a versatile snack or culinary ingredient. With their slightly sweet and earthy taste, almonds offer a symphony of textures that enhance both sweet and savory dishes. Whether you prefer a classic dry roast, a sweet and spicy chili lime variation, or a savory garlic and herb blend, our collection of recipes caters to every palate. Embrace the art of roasting almonds and elevate your culinary creations with this wholesome and delectable treat.
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HOW TO ROAST ALMONDS
Learn how to roast almonds in minutes in the oven, in a skillet, or even in the microwave. It's an easy way to bring out their natural flavor while adding a little extra crunch in the process.
Provided by Meggan Hill
Categories Pantry
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or foil for easy cleanup.
- If roasting whole almonds, roast for 10-15 minutes. If roasting slivered or sliced almonds, roast for 8-12 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent scorching. Oven temperatures may vary, so keep an eye on the almonds so they don't burn.
- Remove from oven and chop or use as desired. Or, store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
- In a medium skillet over medium-low heat, heat almonds until browned and fragrant, stirring occasionally, about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Remove from skillet and chop or use as desired. Or, store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
- On a microwave-safe plate, spread almonds in a single, even layer.
- Microwave in 1-minute intervals until lightly golden and toasted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 206 kcal, ServingSize 0.25 cup, Carbohydrate 8 g, Protein 8 g, Fat 18 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 1 mg, Fiber 4 g, Sugar 1 g
CANDIED ALMONDS
This is a favorite with my father. They taste so good warm! Substitute any type of nuts you prefer.
Provided by Darla K
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Snacks Kids
Time 35m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Combine the water, sugar, and cinnamon in a saucepan over medium heat; bring to a boil; add the almonds. Cook and stir the mixture until the liquid evaporates and leaves a syrup-like coating on the almonds. Pour the almonds onto a baking sheet lined with waxed paper. Separate almonds using forks. Allow to cool about 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 304.1 calories, Carbohydrate 32.7 g, Fat 18 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 7.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 0.9 mg, Sugar 26.7 g
HOW-TO ROAST ALMONDS
I've been roasting a lot of almonds lately. I explained to my husband that they taste much better purchased raw and roasted fresh at home (rather than purchasing them already roasted). After one batch of my roasted almonds he was sold! http://www.elanaspantry.com/how-to-roast-almonds/
Provided by Elanas Pantry
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 15m
Yield 1 pound roasted almonds, 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Spread the almonds out in two 9 x 13 inch baking dishes.
- Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes, until a nutty aroma wafts out of the oven.
- Remove almond from oven and sprinkle with salt.
- Cool for 1 hour.
- Serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 679.1, Fat 60.1, SaturatedFat 4.6, Sodium 967, Carbohydrate 21.9, Fiber 13.4, Sugar 5.6, Protein 25.1
ROASTED ALMONDS
This recipe was found in Canadian Living's Gifts from Your Kitchen. There a a number of seasoning possibilities. Choose your favourite.
Provided by Dreamer in Ontario
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 25m
Yield 3 1/4 cups
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325°F.
- Toss all ingredients together in a large bowl.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- Roast almond mixture until lightly toasted and skins are just beginning to split (about 20 minutes).
- Let cool.
SIMPLE ROASTED ALMONDS
I found this recipe at www.nutsforalmonds.com. My huband loves almonds but the already roasted pre-package variety are by far too salty for him. And the Smoked ones he does not care for the flavor. So thus started my hunt for the below recipe.
Provided by AzureLynn
Categories High Protein
Time 1h30m
Yield 11 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
- Bring a saucepan three-fourths full of water to a boil over high heat, add the almonds and boil for 30 seconds Drain, then immediately wrap the almonds in a kitchen towel and rub them in the towel to loosen the skins Pinch the almonds from the skins; the almonds should slip out easily This step is optional and can be skipped.
- Transfer the almonds to a heavy rimmed baking sheet.
- Add the oil and toss to coat evenly.
- Add the salt and toss again.
- Place in the oven and toast, stirring the almonds once or twice so they brown evenly (about every 5 minutes), until golden brown and fragrant, 20 to 30 minutes.
- Transfer to paper towels to cool completely, about 1 hour, before serving.
- Adjustments: Omit oil and salt and toast as directed above for plain roasted almonds.
- Be sure to purchase fresh almonds and not almonds that are"smoked" or"salted"- those are generally already roasted.
- Total time is listed as 1 hour 30 minutes, with the"cooking" time as time allowed for almonds to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 179.1, Fat 15.7, SaturatedFat 1.2, Sodium 102, Carbohydrate 6.4, Fiber 3.3, Sugar 1.5, Protein 6.3
CINNAMON ROASTED ALMONDS
Delicious, quick, and easy. These make the perfect Christmas gift when placed in a treat bag and tied up with ribbon.
Provided by erin.larochelle
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Nuts and Seeds
Time 1h20m
Yield 20
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Beat egg whites and vanilla extract in a large bowl; add almonds and toss to coat. Stir brown sugar, white sugar, cinnamon, and salt into almonds until blended. Spread almond mixture into prepared baking dish.
- Bake in preheated oven, stirring every 15 minutes, until coating is dry, about 75 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 289.4 calories, Carbohydrate 28.2 g, Fat 18 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 7.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 67.2 mg, Sugar 22.5 g
CINNAMON-ROASTED ALMONDS
Here is an easy snack idea to serve at any holiday party.
Provided by BJ
Categories Desserts Nut Dessert Recipes Almond Dessert Recipes
Time 1h15m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Lightly grease a 10x15 inch jellyroll pan.
- Lightly beat the egg white; add water, and beat until frothy but not stiff. Add the nuts, and stir until well coated. Mix the sugar, salt, and cinnamon, and sprinkle over the nuts. Toss to coat, and spread evenly on the prepared pan.
- Bake for 1 hour in the preheated oven, stirring occasionally, until golden. Allow to cool, then store nuts in airtight containers.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 230.6 calories, Carbohydrate 13.3 g, Fat 18 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 7.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 40.2 mg, Sugar 8 g
EASY SUGAR ROASTED ALMONDS
Here in Germany, at every festival or celebration (specially during the Christmas time or the Octoberfest) we love to eat sugar roasted almonds. Usually you roast them in a pan, which takes quite some time and they burn easily. Here´s the quick version with a microwave, which is also safer and a lot easier to clean up.
Provided by kerstin klein
Categories Lactose Free
Time 10m
Yield 2 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Put all ingredients (except for the almonds) into a bowl and microwave at 600 Watt for 2 minutes.
- Add the almonds into the bowl and mix thoroughly. Put it another 2 minutes into the microwave oven.
- Mix again and microwave it another 2 minutes.
- Let the almonds cool on a baking sheet or paper. (I usually use a plastic tray.) Use two forks to separate sticking almonds immediately from each other. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 740.1, Fat 57.5, SaturatedFat 4.5, Sodium 437, Carbohydrate 45.2, Fiber 13.1, Sugar 25.6, Protein 23.3
HONEY ROASTED ALMONDS
These are great for snacking!
Provided by Behr
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Nuts and Seeds
Time 30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Spread almonds in a single layer on a baking sheet and place in a cold oven.
- Turn oven on to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Bake almonds, stirring occasionally, until light tan and fragrant, 12 to 15 minutes. The nuts will continue to cook after removing from oven.
- Meanwhile, mix sugar and salt together in a small bowl; sprinkle about 1 tablespoon sugar mixture into a large bowl.
- Stir honey, water, and almond oil together in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Add almonds; cook and stir until almonds have absorbed all the liquid, about 5 minutes.
- Transfer coated almonds to the large bowl sprinkled with sugar mixture. Sprinkle remaining sugar mixture over almonds; toss to coat evenly.
- Spread almonds onto waxed paper to cool completely. Store at room temperature in a tightly covered container or plastic bag.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 268.3 calories, Carbohydrate 19.7 g, Fat 19.7 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 7.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 120.8 mg, Sugar 14.4 g
DRY ROASTED ALMONDS
This makes raw almonds delicious without using additional oil. They are great by themselves as a snack or mixed in with other dishes--chop roughly and add to green salads for extra protein and crunch, mix with a crumble topping for a lovely, fragrant flavor to your apple or peach crumble, or top your oatmeal with roasted almonds to add more essential vitamins to your meal.
Provided by Hanna Louise
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 12m
Yield 1/2 cup roasted almonds, 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 2
Steps:
- Heat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Spread almonds on an ungreased cookie sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until they are golden brown and fragrant. Note that because of their high oil content, the almonds will continue to roast after you remove them from the oven.
- Check to make sure that the almonds have the proper crunch when bitten into. It should taste toasted, not bitter or burnt.
- Sprinkle with salt if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 103, Fat 9.1, SaturatedFat 0.7, Sodium 167.5, Carbohydrate 3.3, Fiber 2, Sugar 0.8, Protein 3.8
SWEET AND SPICY ROASTED ALMONDS
Not your typical roasted almonds, these have a little kick of chili powder and the depth of more cinnamon than most recipes.
Provided by Butte Rat
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Nuts and Seeds
Time 1h30m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Lightly grease a 10x15-inch jelly roll pan.
- Combine egg white and vanilla in large bowl; beat until frothy. Add almonds and toss to coat. Pour almonds into a mesh strainer to drain excess liquid, 5 to 10 minutes. Return strained almonds to the bowl.
- Stir white sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, chili powder, and salt together in a bowl. Sprinkle sugar mixture over almonds and toss to coat evenly. Spread coated nuts evenly onto prepared jelly roll pan.
- Bake, stirring every 20 minutes, until the seasoning clings to the almonds, about 1 hour. Allow to cool completely before storing in an air-tight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 275.8 calories, Carbohydrate 24.7 g, Fat 18 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 7.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 58.3 mg, Sugar 19 g
Tips:
- Choose fresh, high-quality almonds for the best flavor and texture.
- Soak the almonds in hot water for 10-15 minutes to soften the skins and make them easier to peel.
- Use a colander to drain the almonds and pat them dry with paper towels before roasting.
- Toss the almonds with a little olive oil, salt, and any other desired seasonings before roasting.
- Spread the almonds in a single layer on a baking sheet and roast them in a preheated oven at 350°F for 15-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and fragrant.
- Keep a close eye on the almonds while they are roasting to prevent them from burning.
- Once the almonds are roasted, remove them from the oven and let them cool completely before storing them in an airtight container.
- Roasted almonds can be stored at room temperature for up to 2 weeks or in the refrigerator for up to 3 months.
Conclusion:
Roasting almonds is a simple and easy way to enhance their flavor and make them a delicious and nutritious snack. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create perfectly roasted almonds that are perfect for enjoying on their own, adding to salads, or using in other recipes. So next time you're looking for a healthy and satisfying snack, try roasting some almonds. You won't be disappointed!
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