Sweet and spiced with a wonderfully crunchy texture and warm flavor, this Cinnamon Honey Roasted Almonds Recipe is the perfect healthy snack! They’re just as delicious sprinkled over a bowl of oatmeal as a savory winter salad, and you can even package them up to give away as a thoughtful homemade gift. As a bonus, they can be made in less than 30 minutes!
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Oven Roasted Cinnamon Almonds
If you have a sweet tooth, then you’re probably already a fan of candied almonds. The crunchy, buttery layers of sugar taste amazing over the nutty almonds!
Fortunately, these healthy cinnamon honey roasted almonds will give you that same delicious flavor while being lower in sugar than traditional candied nuts.
They’re one of my favorite snacks and will quickly become one of yours, too!
Why We Love This Healthy Roasted Almonds Recipe
- So easy to make: This homemade honey-roasted almonds recipe is seriously easy! Just toss the almonds in a mixture of melted honey and coconut oil, then bake them until crunchy and golden. It’s similar to making granola (but even easier)!
- Lower sugar: Instead of adding layer after layer of sugar like other roasted almond recipes, this version uses just honey as the sweetener and adds less than most recipes or store-bought options. This adds a really rich, floral note that’s just perfect for the nutty almonds.
- Healthy alternative: This recipe has a very short ingredients list! You just need honey, coconut oil, cinnamon, and salt to transform raw almonds into a delicious snack. Unlike the prepackaged roasted nuts at the store, you can control exactly what’s going into them. Keep in mind that they are fairly calorically dense, so you’ll still want to practice portion control.
Ingredient Notes
- Raw almonds: Choose unsalted whole almonds to keep them from getting too salty.
- Honey: This is a great natural sweetener that will give these flavored almonds extra flavor. You can also use maple syrup instead.
- Coconut oil: The coconut oil will turn into a glaze when melted together with the honey mixture.
- Cinnamon: A little ground cinnamon adds a warm, cozy flavor that makes these almonds really irresistible.
- Sea salt: You need just a pinch of salt to bring all the flavors together.
How to Make Honey Roasted Almonds – Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large microwave-safe bowl, heat honey and coconut oil at low power for 1 minute or until it has a runny consistency. Stir in the cinnamon until combined.
- Next, add the almonds and mix until they’re evenly coated in the mixture. Spread the almonds in a single layer on the lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden brown and fragrant, tossing a few times while in the oven. Let the almonds cool completely (the mixture will harden up during this time).
- Break the almonds into pieces and place in a bowl. Add salt and toss until evenly distributed. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks.
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Recipe Tips:
- Keep a close eye on the almonds in the oven since they don’t require much baking time and can easily burn. I roasted mine for 12 minutes and found that was perfect. It also helps to toss them every few minutes and rotate the baking sheet.
- Allow the roasted almonds to fully cool on the baking sheet since this is the time that they’ll harden up and get nice and crunchy.
- These honey-roasted almonds are best stored in the fridge to prevent them from getting overly sticky. You may need to break them apart if they’ve been sitting in the container for a while as they start to stick together, or eat them as clusters instead!
Recipe FAQs
I find it’s best to store these almonds in an airtight container in the fridge since the coconut oil and honey makes the almonds fairly sticky if left to sit at room temperature for too long.
Yes! This is a great way to store extra almonds. Just be sure to let them cool completely first, then package them up in a mason jar or airtight container. They can be frozen for several months, although they may become a little stickier after thawing.
There are a couple of things to consider here. First, since this roasted nut recipe does not use any white or brown sugar, these almonds won’t be quite as crunchy as the ones with hardened sugar shells. However, the almonds inside should still be crunchy.
If they are chewy instead, that means you have most likely not roasted the almonds all the way. Feel free to try toasting them again in the oven for a few minutes to see if that helps.
Storage Guidelines
For best results, store the roasted almonds in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks. This helps to keep them from sticking together, although they may clump together.
You can also store them in layers separated with a sheet of wax paper to help keep them dry.
What to Do with Roasted Almonds
Once you have a batch of cinnamon honey roasted almonds on hand, you can add them to everything!
- Sprinkle them into a salad (like this Christmas wreath salad or kale beet salad)
- Serve them on a charcuterie board (try this charcuterie wreath or Christmas tree charcuterie board)
- Add them to a trail mix (they’d be delicious in this heart healthy trail mix)
- Pair with cheese balls for a nice appetizer
- Enjoy a handful with a nice hot drink (like this turmeric latte with almond milk)
- Serve them on creamy oatmeal
- Eat a small handful as a snack
- Mix them into granola
- Serve on yogurt (or ice cream)
- Wrap them in little bags for edible Christmas gifts
Recipe Variations
- Use pecan halves: Although I use almonds for this recipe, you can easily use different nuts. I find that pecan halves are especially delicious with the candy coating!
- Add some heat: There’s something so delicious about a sweet and spicy flavor. Feel free to sprinkle a tiny bit of cayenne pepper for a little warmth.
- Adjust the sweetener: This recipe is tested with honey, but you can easily use maple syrup instead.
- Add almond oil: For an even stronger almond flavor, replace a little of the coconut oil with almond oil. So yummy!
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Easy Cinnamon Honey Roasted Almonds Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 cups raw, unsalted almonds
- 3 tablespoons liquid honey
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large microwave-safe bowl, heat honey and coconut oil at low power for 1 minute or until it has a runny consistency. Stir in the cinnamon until combined.
- Next, add the almonds and mix until they're evenly coated in the mixture. Spread the almonds in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes or until golden and fragrant, tossing a few times while in the oven. Let the almonds cool completely (the mixture will harden up during this time).
- Break the almonds into pieces and place into a bowl. Add salt and toss until evenly distributed. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks.
Notes
- Keep a close eye on the almonds in the oven since they don’t require much baking time and can easily burn. I roasted mine for 12 minutes and found that was perfect. It also helps to toss them every few minutes and rotate the baking sheet.
- Allow the roasted almonds to fully cool on the baking sheet since this is the time that they’ll harden up and get nice and crunchy.
- These honey roasted almonds are best stored in the fridge to prevent them from getting overly sticky. You may need to break them apart if they’ve been sitting in the container for a while as they start to stick together, or eat them as clusters instead!
- The nutritional information is based on 1/4 cup of roasted almonds.
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