Sweet and Spicy Almonds

Prep Time:
10 mins

Cook Time:
15 mins

Additional Time:
1 hr

Total Time:
1 hr 25 mins

Servings:
10

Yield:
2 1/2 cups almonds

Ingredients

Directions

Gather all ingredients.

Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spread the almonds onto a baking sheet, and toast until the nuts start to turn golden brown and become fragrant, about 10 minutes. Watch the nuts carefully as they bake: they burn quickly.

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Stir together the sugar, salt, and cayenne pepper in a mixing bowl; set aside.

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Stir together the water, honey, and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once the mixture begins to bubble, stir in the toasted almonds until evenly moistened.

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Pour the almonds into the sugar and spice mixture, and toss until evenly coated.

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Spread onto baking sheets in a single layer, and cool to room temperature.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)