Roasted Almonds (Printable)
Crispy, golden roasted almonds seasoned to perfection. Ready in just 20 minutes for an irresistible homemade snack.
# What You'll Need:
→ Nuts
01 - 1 1/2 cups raw whole almonds
→ Spices & Seasonings
02 - 1 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1/2 tsp sea salt
04 - 1/4 tsp smoked paprika or ground cayenne
# Directions:
01 - Set oven temperature to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
02 - Combine almonds in a mixing bowl with olive oil, sea salt, and smoked paprika or cayenne. Toss thoroughly until every nut is evenly coated.
03 - Spread the seasoned almonds across the prepared baking sheet in a single, even layer. Avoid overcrowding to ensure proper toasting.
04 - Place in the preheated oven and roast for 12 to 15 minutes. Stir the almonds halfway through the cooking time to promote even browning. Remove when nuts are lightly golden and fragrant.
05 - Transfer roasted almonds to a cool surface and let cool completely—they'll continue crisping as they reach room temperature. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Once you taste homemade roasted almonds, store-bought versions will never satisfy you again
- The whole process takes less than 20 minutes from start to snacking
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- Those extra minutes of cooling are not optional—the almonds only reach their full crunch potential once they have completely cooled down
- I learned the hard way that roasted nuts can go from perfectly golden to burnt in under two minutes, so stay nearby toward the end
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- Buy raw almonds in bulk and roast different flavor batches to save money while always having variety on hand
- If you want to double the recipe, use two separate baking sheets instead of crowding one—this keeps the roasting even