Candied almonds –Are you ready to take your snack game to the next level? Get ready to make the most delicious, crunchy, and sweet Candied Almonds that will have you reconsidering your usual bag of chips! These little nuggets of joy are so good, they might just convince you to trade in your dessert for a nutty delight. Buckle up; it’s time for a tasty adventure!
Candied Almonds (Cinnamon Roasted Almonds)
First up, let’s feast our eyes on these beauties!
Now that we’ve had a moment to appreciate the eye candy, let’s dive into the recipe! Gather your ingredients and get ready to transform plain-jane almonds into the star of your snack platter.
Ingredients
- 2 cups raw almonds
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Simple enough, right? Now let’s dance our way through the instructions!
Instructions
- First, bring some water to a gentle boil in a medium pot. Add the sugar and stir until it dissolves like your worries on a sunny day.
- Next, toss in the raw almonds, and let them soak in the sugary goodness for about 5-7 minutes. Just enough time to catch a quick chat with your favorite snack-loving friend!
- Once the almonds are nice and coated, drain them and return them to the pot. Add in the vanilla, cinnamon, and salt, stirring continuously. Make sure those almonds get the flavor love they deserve!
- Now, move to the stove! Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally for about 10-12 minutes. As the magic happens, you’ll notice the almonds becoming glossy and coated. Keep an eye on them so they don’t start singing “Burn Baby Burn!”
- After that, spread the almonds onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to cool. This is the calm before the crunchy storm!
- Let them cool for about 30 minutes and then, voila! Your Candied Almonds are ready to be devoured. Trust me, you’ll want to keep these little gems all to yourself! Or maybe share… if you’re feeling generous.
There you have it! Easy, peasy candied almonds that will take your snacking experience from drab to fab. Now go forth and enjoy your creation!