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Roasted cinnamon almonds takes the classic almond to a new level, with just three simple add-ons and an oven. Baked cinnamon spiced almonds have the perfect hint of sweetness and savory spice for a satiating bite. Munch on these as a crunchy snack, or add to cereal, oatmeal, granola, smoothie bowls, salads, or even desserts for an instant crunch and flavor boost!
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Table of Contents
- Why You’ll Love this Cinnamon Roasted Almonds Recipe!
- Ingredients for Baked Cinnamon Almonds
- How to Make Cinnamon Almonds
- Toni’s Tips for Roasted Spiced Almonds
- FAQs for Baked Cinnamon Almonds
- Serving Suggestions for Spiced Almonds
- Storage Instructions for Baked Almonds
- More Savory Snacks Perfect for Autumn!
- Cinnamon Almonds Recipe
Why You’ll Love this Cinnamon Roasted Almonds Recipe!
These delicious cinnamon spiced almonds couldn’t be easier to make! They take only 3 minutes of prep and 15 minutes in the oven to reach golden crunchiness. The combination of spices gives the nuts a warm, earthy, and slightly citrusy tones while the maple syrup coats them into caramelized sweetness. You can quickly make a big batch of cinnamon almonds and store the rest for future cravings! Or put them in cute little jars or boxes as a thoughtful DIY gift for friends and family. And almost everyone can enjoy them since they are gluten-free, egg-free, dairy-free, vegan, and overall good for you!
Plus, this budget-friendly snack tastes like a fancy sweet treat while packing serious nutritional benefits! Roasted almonds are high in healthy fats, protein, and health-boosting antioxidants. You won’t even feel like you’re sacrificing to eat healthier with how savory and satiating these are.
Ingredients for Baked Cinnamon Almonds
- Almonds: Use whole, raw, and unsalted almonds. If you have halved almonds, you can still use them but remember to reduce the roasting time.
- Cinnamon: Gives the nuts a warm and festive taste.
- Allspice: Provides an earthy taste with a bit of heat.
- Maple syrup: Aside from adding sweetness, this will also help the spices cling to the nuts. You can also use agave syrup.
How to Make Cinnamon Almonds
Preparations:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside.
Step 1: First, whisk cinnamon, allspice, and maple syrup in a medium bowl until the spices are well blended. Then, add the almonds and toss until the nuts are evenly coated.
Step 2: Next, spread the nuts onto the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes. Finally, let them cool completely before serving or storing.
Toni’s Tips for Roasted Spiced Almonds
- Spread out the almonds: Make sure to place the nuts in a single layer evenly spread on the baking pan. If you are making a double batch, use a second pan or bake in batches.
- Adjust baking time, as needed: Take note that baking time will depend on what type of oven you are using. So start checking on the baked cinnamon almonds at the 12-minute mark to see if they are good to go.
- Add flavor: You can add vanilla extract to the mixture for more flavor and fragrance.
- Add salt: If you want to add pops of saltiness to your baked cinnamon almonds, sprinkle some sea salt after baking while the candy coating is still moist.
- Let them cool: The nuts will still be sticky after roasting them in the oven, so make sure to let them cool down and harden on the baking pan before moving them to a container or jar.
FAQs for Baked Cinnamon Almonds
Yes, they absolutely are. These popular tree nuts are brimming with important vitamins & minerals. They are considered to be one of the healthiest nuts and help control blood sugar, blood pressure levels, and aid in lowering cholesterol levels. They also promotes weight loss and are great for the brain and heart too! What a superfood!
Sure you can! Try making cinnamon cashews, macadamia, hazelnuts, and cinnamon pecans. You can use a mix of two or three nuts at the same time, too!
You can also use nutmeg, ginger, pumpkin pie spice, chai spice and ground cloves to flavor roasted almonds.
Not necessarily. If you do have time, you can do this to soften them and give them a more ‘buttery’ taste. Take note though that it will take time to get them to roast properly.
Serving Suggestions for Spiced Almonds
- Snack: Can’t get much simpler than grabbing a handful of these for a satiating snack. Try mixing them up with rosemary candied walnuts, air fryer chick peas, and roasted pumpkin seeds!
- Breakfast: Add these deliciously sweetened and spiced almonds to your cereals, oatmeal, granola, granola bars, and smoothie bowls.
- Charcuterie board: These roasted almonds would be a great addition to any Vegan Charcuterie Board and Vegan Cheese Boards too!
- Salads: Crush or chop them and sprinkle on your fave fresh salads!
- Desserts: Use them when making delectable desserts like cookies, cupcakes, cakes, bread, pie, and tarts! Either in the recipe, or sprinkled on top!
- Ice Cream: You can instantly elevate your plain vegan ice cream or yogurt by sprinkling them on top!
- Savory Dishes: These healthy nuts can also be used in your savory dishes too, to add a crunch to things like mashed sweet potatoes or roasted butternut squash.
Storage Instructions for Baked Almonds
Let Cool: First of all, make sure that the nuts have completely cooled down and dried out before storing them. Placing them in containers while they are still warm will cause steam to be trapped and will affect the crunchiness of the nuts.
Room Temp: Store them in airtight containers at room temperature for 2 weeks. Keep the container in a dry, cool place to prevent them from getting too sticky.
Freezer: You can also freeze these yummy treats up! Place them in freezer-friendly Ziploc/ Stasher bags and freeze for up to 3 months. Psst, this makes a great “make-ahead” holiday gift to have ready when the busy holiday season arrives!
More Savory Snacks Perfect for Autumn!
Vegan Snacks
Chai Spiced Popcorn
Vegan Desserts
Pumpkin Dates
Vegan Desserts
Vegan Walnut Oat Scones
Vegan Desserts
Pumpkin Oatmeal Cookies
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Cinnamon Almonds
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Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups of raw almonds
- 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon of allspice
- 1 Tablespoon of maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325 F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- Place almonds in a medium bowl. In a separate smaller bowl, whisk together the cinnamon, allspice, and maple syrup and pour into the almonds. Mix well.
- Evenly spread the almonds on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes. Let cool completely before eating.
Notes
- Spread out the almonds: Make sure to place the nuts in a single layer evenly spread on the baking pan. If you are making a double batch, use a second pan or bake in batches.
- Adjust baking time, as needed: Take note that baking time will depend on what type of oven you are using. So start checking on the baked cinnamon almonds at the 12-minute mark to see if they are good to go.
- Add flavor: You can add vanilla extract to the mixture for more flavor and fragrance.
- Add salt: If you want to add pops of saltiness to your baked cinnamon almonds, sprinkle some sea salt after baking while the candy coating is still moist.
- Let them cool: The nuts will still be sticky after roasting them in the oven, so make sure to let them cool down and harden on the baking pan before moving them to a container or jar.
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Could you substitute a different nut like walnuts?
Sure you can! Let us know how it turns out for you 🙂
LOVE these almonds!
The best kind of snack!
This sounds perfect! Can’t waith to make it!
Nothing like a quick and crunchy homemade snack!
I love adding these to salads!
Adds such a nice crunch and texture to salads!
Ingenious cinnamon spice almonds I’m definitely making this over the weekend with the almonds I have
They’re an awesome snack! So sweet and crunchy!
My mouth is watering just thinking of making these. Can’t wait!
You’re going to love this one!
There’s a big problem with this recipe – I made a batch of these and just couldn’t stop eating them! I need to make a double batch next time. So so good!!
They’re almost too addicting, haha!
We always have almonds in the cupboard to snack on, but honestly, they are pretty boring. Glad to find this easy recipe to give my almonds some flavor.
These are a great way to spruce them up!
these are perfect snacks on the go! great flavors
Aren’t they?! So so good!
Such a great healthy snack!