These Cinnamon Roasted Almonds are the perfect quick snack. Add them to your weekly meal prep so that you'll always have some on hand.
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These almonds are the perfect snack. They have just a hint of sweetness and of course, a delicious cinnamon flavor that helps to curb cravings.
These almonds are delicious all on their own or try them sprinkled over some delicious yogurt with homemade grain-free granola!
Ingredients and Substitutions
Here is what you'll need to make homemade cinnamon-roasted almonds:
- Unsalted Almonds - you can also make this with other nuts such as cashews, pecans, hazelnuts, or even sunflower or pumpkin seeds for a nut-free option!
- Coconut oil or ghee
- Ground cinnamon or try it with pumpkin pie spice or cocoa powder!
- Sugar or sugar substitute
FAQs
Yes, you can use other nuts like pecans, walnuts, or cashews for cinnamon-roasted nuts. Just be aware that roasting times might vary based on the type and size of nuts.
Yes, you can make sugar-free cinnamon roasted almonds by using a sugar substitute like erythritol, stevia, or monk fruit sweetener in place of regular sugar.
To evenly coat the almonds, you can mix the cinnamon, sweetener, and salt in a bowl first. Then, add the melted oil to create a paste. Toss the almonds in the paste until they are well coated.
Store the cooled cinnamon-roasted almonds in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For longer shelf life, store them in the refrigerator or freezer.
📖 Recipe
Cinnamon Roasted Almonds
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Coconut Oil melted
- 1 tablespoon Ground Cinnamon or to taste
- 2 tablespoon Sugar or sugar substitute
- pinch Salt
- 2 cups Unsalted Almonds
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 275 degrees F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper
- In a medium bowl, combine all of the ingredients except the almonds. Stir to combine
- Add the almonds and stir until they are well coated in the cinnamon mixture.
- Transfer the almonds to the prepared baking sheet and arrange in a single layer. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until fragrant and slightly brown, shaking the pan halfway through.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly. sprinkle with additional sweetener and cinnamon if desired.
- Once fully cooled transfer to an airtight container.
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The nutrition information listed here is only an estimate and is simply provided as a courtesy. It nor any other information within this post should constitute medical or nutritional advice. Be sure to read all packaging and ingredient labels for potential allergens. Optional ingredients are not included unless otherwise specified.
Brad says
Hi Sabra,
Any issue with substituting the coconut oil with olive oil? I'm on a Mediterranean-ish diet.
Thanks,
Brad