Honey spiced almonds are a delicious and versatile snack that can be enjoyed on their own, added to trail mix, or used as a topping for salads and yogurt. They are also a great gift for friends and family. The combination of sweet honey, warm spices, and crunchy almonds make them a popular treat that is sure to please everyone. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make your own honey spiced almonds at home. Let's explore some mouthwatering recipes that will guide you in creating this delightful treat.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
SPICED ALMONDS
Provided by Ellie Krieger
Categories appetizer
Time 15m
Yield 8 servings (serving size 1/4 cup)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Toast the almonds in a dry skillet over a medium heat, stirring frequently, until fragrant, about 3 minutes. Transfer the almonds to a bowl.
- In a small bowl, stir together the cumin, garlic, cayenne pepper and salt. Heat the oil in the skillet over medium heat. Stir the spices into the oil and cook, stirring until warm, about 30 seconds. Add the almonds and cook, stirring frequently, until the nuts are warm and the spices are evenly distributed. Add the hot pepper sauce and stir to distribute. Remove the almonds from the pan and allow them to cool before serving.
HONEY-SPICED ALMONDS
Provided by Katie Brown
Categories Cocktail Party Quick & Easy Oscars New Year's Eve Almond Poker/Game Night Honey Engagement Party Party
Yield Makes 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 300 degrees.
- 2. Heat a large sauté pan on high, and add olive oil. Add almonds to pan, toast for 1 minute stirring often, and reduce heat to low. Continue to stir until the almonds are light golden brown, 6-7 minutes. Add honey and spices, salt and sesame seeds and stir to coat evenly.
- 3. Spread nuts out evenly on to a large sheet tray and place in the oven until honey is dry, 10-15 minutes. Allow nuts to cool before serving.
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
SWEET AND SPICY ALMONDS
An addictive snack that's great for parties or just having around the house--you'll be amazed how quickly they disappear!
Provided by katiebecck
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Nuts and Seeds
Time 1h25m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spread the almonds onto a baking sheet, and toast until the nuts start to turn golden brown and become fragrant, about 10 minutes. Watch the nuts carefully as they bake: they burn quickly.
- Stir together the sugar, salt, and cayenne pepper in a mixing bowl; set aside.
- Stir together the water, honey, and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the mixture begins to bubble, stir in the toasted almonds until evenly moistened. Pour the almonds into the sugar and spice mixture, and toss until evenly coated. Spread onto baking sheets in a single layer, and cool to room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 235.7 calories, Carbohydrate 13.8 g, Fat 18.5 g, Fiber 4.2 g, Protein 7.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 288.5 mg, Sugar 8.4 g
SPICY ALMONDS
We like to venture out into the mountain range that surrounds our family cabin. These nuts never taste better than when we enjoy them together at the peak of an amazing hike. Almonds are extremely nutritious, and when dressed up with a wonderful blend of spices, they go from ordinary to awesome! -Gina Myers, Spokane, Washington
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Snacks
Time 40m
Yield 2.50 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325°. In a small bowl, combine the first 7 ingredients. In another small bowl, whisk egg white until foamy. Add almonds; toss to coat. Sprinkle with spice mixture; toss to coat. Spread in a single layer in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake for 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes. Spread on waxed paper to cool completely. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 230 calories, Fat 20g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 293mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
HONEY & SPICE ROASTED ALMONDS
Seasoned nut mixes can be expensive to buy. So I buy unblanched almonds to toast and season at home. The sweet honey and spicy cayenne pepper come together beautifully.-Patty Getzin, Wenatchee, Washington
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Snacks
Time 25m
Yield about 2 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Arrange almonds in a single layer in an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 10-15 minutes or until golden brown, stirring once., In a small bowl, combine 1/4 cup sugar, salt and cayenne; set aside. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add roasted almonds and honey; cook and stir for 2 minutes. Sprinkle with remaining sugar; cook 1 minute longer or until sugar is dissolved. Remove from the heat; add reserved sugar mixture and toss to coat., Immediately spread onto waxed paper; cool completely. Break into pieces. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 317 calories, Fat 21g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 404mg sodium, Carbohydrate 30g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 8g protein.
Tips:
- Use raw almonds for the best flavor and texture.
- Toast the almonds in a single layer to ensure even browning.
- Watch the almonds closely while toasting to prevent burning.
- Allow the almonds to cool completely before adding the honey mixture.
- Use a heatproof bowl to mix the honey mixture to prevent the honey from crystallizing.
- Stir the almonds in the honey mixture until they are evenly coated.
- Spread the almonds out on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet and bake until they are dry and sticky.
- Allow the almonds to cool completely before storing.
Conclusion:
Honey spiced almonds are a delicious and versatile snack that can be enjoyed on their own or added to salads, yogurt, or trail mix. They are also a great gift for friends and family. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can easily make your own honey spiced almonds at home. So next time you're looking for a healthy and satisfying snack, reach for a handful of honey spiced almonds.
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