Roasted Almonds (Printable)

Crispy, golden nuts seasoned to perfection—ideal for snacking or serving guests.

# What You Need:

→ Nuts

01 - 1 1/2 cups raw whole almonds

→ Spices & Seasonings

02 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
03 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
04 - 1/4 teaspoon smoked paprika or ground cayenne

# Steps:

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

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The transformation from raw to golden and fragrant feels like kitchen magic every single time
  • They keep for weeks which means you always have something impressive yet effortless to offer unexpected guests
02 -
  • The difference between perfectly roasted and burnt is about 2 minutes so set a timer and check early
  • Stirring halfway through is non negotiable for even browning on all sides
03 -
  • Let the almonds cool completely on the baking sheet rather than transferring them to prevent any residual heat from continuing to cook the nuts
  • If you can only find roasted raw almonds simply reduce the cooking time to 5 to 7 minutes and watch very carefully

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