Skip the store-bought nuts and whip up one of these six flavors of roasted almonds. Some are sweet, some savory, but each with their own unique health-boosting benefits!
Flavored almonds make a deliciously crunchy on-the-go snack, and they’re essential for any charcuterie platter worth its salt. These hunger-stomping nuts are also a nutritional powerhouse, filled with protein and lots of healthy omega-3’s.
To make the almonds even tastier, we gave them a good roast to bring out their natural flavor. About 25 minutes in the oven is all you need to seal in the flavor and intensify the nutty goodness.
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To keep the almonds from scorching, these recipes use either coconut oil or avocado oil. Each oil can withstand the high heat of the oven, while offering its own healthy boost. Avocado oil is terrific for combating free-radical damage, while coconut oil helps control cravings and promotes brain health.
These six easy roasted almond recipes are tossed in a flavorful combination of herbs and spices that can fit your mood. From cumin-spiked barbecue to carnival-inspired cinnamon and sugar, you’re sure to find a flavor combo you’ll love!
Barbecue
All the flavor of a barbecue rub, coated over crunchy almonds. With smoky paprika and other warm spices, these nuts have a tantalizing taste that can easily replace BBQ chips. Pink Himalayan sea salt promotes a healthy pH, while cumin aids in digestion. For the heat lovers, sprinkle in some ground cayenne pepper.
Rosemary-Garlic
For an Italian-inspired almond blend with the aromatic flavor of fresh garlic and rosemary – give this recipe a try. Roasting deepens the flavor of the garlic for an addictive snack with cardiovascular benefits to boot.
Easy “Cheesy”
If you’re in the mood for a “cheesy” coated almond a la popcorn, then tossing almonds in nutritional yeast is just what the doctor ordered. These savory flakes pack a serious nutritional punch with lots of protein, B-vitamins and iron.
Turmeric Pepper
The exotic combo of ground turmeric and black pepper go hand in hand when it comes to anti-inflammatory herbs. Black pepper helps increase the body’s ability to absorb turmeric in order to get the most from this wonder spice. Combined with antiviral coconut oil, these almonds take snacking to a whole new level of healthiness.
Cinnamon Sugar
If you have ever tried the decadent warm roasted nuts at a carnival, you know how addicting they are. This Paleo version cuts the sugar by using low glycemic coconut sugar and cinnamon for a comforting snack that rivals any amusement park, sans guilt.
Vanilla Honey
This sticky, sweet almond recipe tastes like the best part of a candy bar – minus the sugar crash. Thick, mineral-rich raw honey coats each almond with a hint of real vanilla bean for a toffee-like flavor that crushes any sweet craving.
6 Easy Ideas for Roasted Almonds
6 Easy Ideas for Roasted Almonds
- Mixing bowl:
- Wooden Spatula
- Baking sheet
Barbecue:
- 2 cups raw unsalted almonds
- 1/2 t cumin
- 1/4 t smoked paprika
- 1/4 t pink Himalayan sea salt
- 1 T avocado oil
Rosemary-Garlic:
- 2 cups raw unsalted almonds
- 1 T chopped rosemary
- 1/4 t minced garlic
- 1/4 t pink Himalayan sea salt
- 1 T avocado oil
Easy 'Cheesy':
- 2 cups raw unsalted almonds
- 2 T nutritional yeast
- 1/4 t pink Himalayan sea salt
- 2 T avocado oil
Turmeric Pepper:
- 2 cups raw unsalted almonds
- 1/2 t ground turmeric
- 1/4 t black pepper
- 1 T melted coconut oil
Cinnamon Sugar:
- 2 cups raw unsalted almonds
- 1 T coconut sugar
- 1/2 t cinnamon
- 1 T melted coconut oil
Honey Vanilla:
- 2 cups raw unsalted almonds
- 1 T raw honey
- 1/4 t vanilla powder/paste
- 1 T melted coconut oil
- Preheat the oven to 325°F and line the baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine the ingredients for your mix of choice in a bowl and stir well, evenly coating the almonds.
- Pour the almonds onto the baking sheet and roast for 25 minutes, stirring at 15 minutes with the wooden spatula for even roasting.
- Allow almonds to completely cool at room temperature before storing.
Looking for Paleo ingredients? Here are a few we’d recommend:
Cold pressed coconut oil (Viva Naturals)
Raw Honey (Bee Farms)
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