Maple Toasted Almonds (Printable)
Crunchy almonds glazed with pure maple syrup and roasted to golden perfection.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Nuts
01 - 2 cups raw whole almonds
→ Sweetener
02 - 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
→ Seasonings
03 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
04 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 325°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, combine almonds, maple syrup, sea salt, and cinnamon if using. Stir to coat evenly.
03 - Spread almonds in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
04 - Bake for 18–20 minutes, stirring halfway through, until almonds are golden and fragrant.
05 - Remove from oven and let cool completely on the baking sheet—almonds will crisp as they cool.
06 - Break apart any clusters and store in an airtight container.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- It feels fancy but takes almost zero effort to throw together.
- The balance between salty and sweet is absolutely addictive.
02 -
- Keep a close eye on them during the last few minutes to prevent burning.
- Letting them cool completely is the secret to getting that perfect crisp snap.
03 -
- Stirring halfway through prevents the ones on the edges from getting too dark.
- Use parchment paper to avoid a sticky mess on your baking sheet.