Candied Almonds
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Candied Almonds
Description
The Candied Almonds recipe starts by beating the egg white to a frothy consistency, which helps the sugar and cinnamon adhere evenly to the almond surfaces. Vanilla extract adds a subtle aroma. The mixture of granulated sugar, brown sugar, salt, and ground cinnamon coats the nuts before spreading them evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment or silicone mat to prevent sticking.
Roasting at 300°F for 25-30 minutes crisps the almonds while caramelizing the sugars for texture. Cooling to room temperature finishes the candying process, creating a crunchy nut snack with balanced sweetness and spiced notes.
This treat can be portioned in 1/4 cup servings, making it convenient for enjoying as a snack or adding a spiced crunch to salads and desserts.
The notes suggest adjusting vanilla and cinnamon amounts to strengthen flavors or increase sugar for a sweeter glaze. Alternatives to pan liners include greasing with nonstick spray. Using light or dark brown sugar provides slight variation in flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 egg large, white
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups almond unsalted whole
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar packed
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300F. Line a half sheet pan with a silicone baking mat or parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix the egg white until frothy.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Add the almonds, and toss to coat in the egg white mixture.
- Add the sugars, salt, and cinnamon.
- Toss to combine.
- Spread the nuts into an even layer in the prepared pan.
- Bake until the almonds are crisp, about 25-30 minutes.
- Let cool to room temperature before serving.
Notes
- For stronger cinnamon flavor, substitute part of the vanilla extract with cinnamon extract.
- Increase sugar by 1-2 tablespoons if you prefer sweeter, glaze-like coating.
- Use either light or dark brown sugar according to taste preference.
- If no parchment or silicone mats are available, grease the baking pan with nonstick spray.
- The almonds are crisp after cooling; baking time is critical to avoid burning.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 247 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 247kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 17g | 6% |
| Protein | 8g | 16% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 81mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 264mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Calcium | 98mg | 10% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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