Roasted Almonds (Printable)

Create perfectly crunchy roasted almonds in 20 minutes. Customize with your favorite spices for savory or sweet variations.

# What You 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 Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a bowl, toss almonds with olive oil, salt, and spices until evenly coated.
03 - Spread almonds in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
04 - Roast for 12-15 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until golden and fragrant.
05 - Remove from oven and let cool completely. Almonds will crisp as they cool.
06 - Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They're impossibly addictive—the kind of snack where you reach for just one and suddenly half the bowl is gone
  • The spice combinations are endless, making this a recipe you'll actually customize and make your own
02 -
  • I've burned an entire batch by walking away during those final two minutes since nuts go from perfect to burned remarkably fast
  • The cooling phase is non negotiable, warm almonds seem soft but they'll snap when fully cooled
03 -
  • Buy raw almonds in bulk since they're significantly cheaper and you control the roasting process completely
  • Experiment with spice mixes you already love in your pantry—everything from curry powder to everything bagel seasoning works beautifully

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