Roasted Almonds (Printable)

Crispy roasted almonds with salt and spices. An easy homemade snack ready in 20 minutes.

# 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

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a mixing bowl, combine almonds with olive oil, sea salt, and smoked paprika. Toss until evenly coated.
03 - Spread seasoned almonds in a single layer across prepared baking sheet.
04 - Roast for 12-15 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden brown and fragrant.
05 - Remove from oven and cool completely. Almonds will crisp as they cool. Store in airtight container for up to 2 weeks.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The aroma filling your kitchen is absolutely worth it alone
  • So much better than anything from a store and you control exactly what goes in
02 -
  • The almonds continue crisping after they come out of the oven so do not overbake
  • Stirring halfway through prevents burning and ensures even roasting
03 -
  • Buy raw almonds in bulk to save money and keep them in the freezer for freshness
  • Set a timer because once they start burning it happens fast

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