Best 10 Spicy Almonds Recipes

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Do you love the bold and tantalizing taste of spicy almonds? If so, you're in for a treat! Spicy almonds are a delightful and versatile snack that can add a kick to any occasion, be it a gathering of friends, a movie night in, or a simple craving for something flavorful. With their perfect balance of heat and crunch, these almonds are sure to satisfy your taste buds and leave you craving more. In this article, we'll take you on a journey to discover the best recipes for creating the most delicious spicy almonds. From classic to innovative, get ready to explore a world of flavors that will make your taste buds dance!

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SWEET AND SPICY ALMONDS



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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

¼ cup white sugar
1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 ½ cups whole almonds
1 tablespoon water
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon olive oil

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



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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

1 tablespoon sugar
1-1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 large egg white, room temperature
2-1/2 cups unblanched almonds

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.

SWEET AND SPICY CHINESE FIVE SPICE ROASTED ALMONDS



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Make and share this Sweet and Spicy Chinese Five Spice Roasted Almonds recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Greeny4444

Categories     Nuts

Time 20m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 cups whole almonds
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 teaspoon Chinese five spice powder
3/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
1/2-1 teaspoon sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • In a large bowl, toss the almonds with the olive oil.
  • Spread almonds out on a sheet pan in a single layer. (Keep the mixing bowl handy - you will need it again.)
  • While oven heats, mix the spices, salt, and sugar in a small bowl; set aside.
  • Bake almonds for 10 minutes.
  • Remove pan from oven and carefully pour the hot almonds back into the mixing bowl.
  • Sprinkle spices over the nuts and toss well with a spoon.
  • Pour the seasoned almonds back onto the sheet pan and return to the oven for 5 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and let nuts cool completely on pan.
  • Store cooled nuts in a covered container.

SPICY COCOA ALMONDS



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This protein-packed snack is great for healthy eating on the go. The cayenne pepper gives these cocoa almonds a metabolism-boosting kick. Store in an airtight container.

Provided by M.Perry

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Nuts and Seeds

Time 20m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 cups raw unsalted almonds
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1 teaspoon granular sucralose sweetener (such as Splenda®)
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place the almonds in a single layer on a rimmed baking tray.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 5 minutes. Stir and continue baking until fragrant and toasty, about 5 minutes more. Let cool on tray for 2 minutes; pour into a bowl.
  • Add cocoa powder, sucralose, and cayenne pepper. Stir with a spatula until well coated. Pour almonds back onto the baking tray to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207.1 calories, Carbohydrate 7.4 g, Fat 18.1 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 7.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 0.5 mg, Sugar 1.7 g

SWEET SPICY SMOKEY ROASTED ALMONDS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Time 55m

Yield About 10 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

8 strips bacon
8 tablespoons (1 stick) butter
1 cup packed brown sugar
4 teaspoons five-spice powder
1 teaspoon cayenne
1 teaspoon kosher salt
8 cups raw almonds

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • In a large skillet, cook the bacon over medium heat until crispy, 5 to 7 minutes. Remove and drain on paper towels. When cool enough to handle, chop the bacon into small pieces. Set aside.
  • Meanwhile, pour off most of the bacon fat from the hot skillet and add the butter. Add the sugar, five-spice powder, cayenne and salt and stir until the sugar dissolves and everything is combined. Add the almonds and stir to coat.
  • Spread the nuts on the prepared baking sheet and bake until golden brown, about 30 minutes. Stir in the bacon and serve warm or at room temperature.

HOT AND SPICY NUTS (SMOKE HOUSE ALMONDS)



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If you love Smoke House almonds then you will love these! They are great for serving at holiday season or for get-togethers, or just to munch on at any time...better make lots these will go fast!

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Fruit

Time 35m

Yield 1 1/2 cups of nuts

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 tablespoons melted butter
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon celery salt
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon basil
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
1/8 teaspoon cayenne
1 1/2 cups whole almonds (or both) or 1 1/2 cups pecan halves (or both)
1 tablespoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Set oven to 350°F.
  • Mix all ingredients (first 9 ingredients) except the nuts and kosher salt; mix well.
  • Add nuts; toss to coat.
  • Arrange on cookie sheet.
  • Bake until nuts are toasted (watch closely as these will toast quickly!).
  • Toss with kosher salt (or 1/4 teaspoon or more regular table salt).
  • Store in an airtight container or freeze for up to 3 months.

SPICY GLAZED ALMONDS



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Everyone loves these almonds and they're very easy to make. I always use less cayenne and Tabasco than called for but if you like heat use the full amounts. Store in a freezer bag in the freezer. Great for hostess gifts!

Provided by Cookin-jo

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 1h5m

Yield 1 pound, 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup light corn syrup
2 tablespoons butter
2 tablespoons water
3/4 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon Tabasco sauce (or a bit less)
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (or a bit less)
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 lb whole almond (skins on)

Steps:

  • Bring corn syrup, butter and water to a boil in a saucepan large enough to hold the almonds.
  • Stir in spices.
  • Add almonds and stir to coat.
  • Place on a parchment-lined rimmed baking sheet and bake at 275 degrees for 1 hour.
  • Stir every 15 minutes to distribute the glaze and separate the nuts.
  • Cool and break apart any nuts that are stuck together.

CHICKEN SALAD WITH PIQUILLO PEPPERS, ALMONDS, AND SPICY GREENS



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Provided by Molly Stevens

Categories     Chicken     Leafy Green     Herb     Mustard     Nut     Onion     Pepper     Dinner     Lunch     Almond     Arugula     Escarole     Watercress     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
4 cups 1/2-inch cubes chicken plus 3 tablespoons drippings reserved from Roast Chicken with Spanish Paprika
1 cup thinly sliced green onions
1/3 cup plus 3 tablespoons slivered almonds, toasted
4 piquillo peppers or 1 roasted red bell pepper from jar, well drained, cut lengthwise into 1/4-inch-wide strips
6 ounces assorted spicy salad greens (such as watercress, frisée, baby arugula, and hearts of escarole; about 6 packed cups)
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • Whisk vinegar and mustard in small bowl. Gradually whisk in oil; season dressing with salt and pepper.
  • Place chicken in large bowl. Warm drippings in microwave just until melted. Drizzle over chicken; toss to coat. Add green onions, 1/3 cup almonds, and peppers and toss. DO AHEAD Can be made 2 hours ahead. Cover and chill. Let dressing stand at room temperature.
  • Add greens, basil, and dressing to bowl with chicken; toss to coat. Season chicken salad to taste with salt and pepper. Sprinkle remaining 3 tablespoons toasted almonds over and serve.

SPICY ALMONDS AND CASHEWS



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Categories     Bake     Thanksgiving     Quick & Easy     Almond     Cashew     Fall     Gourmet

Yield Makes about 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon paprika
2 cups whole blanched almonds, toasted lightly
2 cups raw cashews (available at natural foods stores), toasted lightly

Steps:

  • In a small heavy skillet melt the butter over moderately low heat, add the cumin, the chili powder, the cayenne, the salt, and the paprika, and cook the spices, stirring, for 30 seconds. Add the nuts and stir them to coat them well. Transfer the coated nuts to a baking pan large enough to hold them in one layer and toast them in a preheated 350°F. oven for 5 minutes. Let the nuts cool and transfer them to serving dish.

SWEET AND SPICY ROASTED ALMONDS



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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

1 egg white
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups whole almonds
½ cup white sugar
½ cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon chili powder
¼ teaspoon salt

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 the Right Almonds: Opt for raw, unsalted almonds to ensure the best flavor and texture.
  • Use Fresh Spices: Freshly ground spices like chili powder, cumin, and paprika deliver a more vibrant flavor compared to pre-ground options.
  • Control the Heat: Adjust the amount of chili powder and cayenne pepper based on your desired level of spiciness.
  • Roast Evenly: Spread the almonds in a single layer on a baking sheet to promote even roasting and prevent burning.
  • Watch the Almonds: Keep a close eye on the almonds during roasting to avoid overcooking.
  • Let the Almonds Cool: Allow the roasted almonds to cool completely before storing or serving to enhance their flavor and crispness.
  • Store Properly: Keep the roasted almonds in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or in the refrigerator for longer storage.

Conclusion:

Spicy almonds are a delectable and versatile snack that can be enjoyed on their own, added to trail mixes, or used as a topping for salads, yogurt, or oatmeal. With a variety of recipes available, you can customize the spiciness level and flavor profile to suit your preferences. Whether you prefer a mild heat or a bold kick, these recipes provide a range of options to tantalize your taste buds. So, experiment with different spices, adjust the heat level, and enjoy the deliciousness of homemade spicy almonds!

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