Simple Candied Almonds

These simple candied almonds are a great last minute holiday gift idea. They come together in less than 5 minutes prep and only use 6 ingredients. Anyone who tastes these candied almonds will love them!

Sharing treats for the holidays is something that our family really enjoys doing. We bake Christmas goodies which include some of my favorites like, chewy ginger molasses cookies and a quick and simple banana bread. Of course, we also add in these tasty candied almonds. These almonds are the one noncookie treat that is continually raved about by many who receive our goodie baskets.

What you will love about candied almonds

• These almonds are made with ingredients that most people have in their kitchens.
• It is a quick treat to prepare, only taking about 5 minutes and the rest is oven time!
• They last a long time (unless they are eaten first). These can be stored in the fridge for 2 months or 6 months in the freezer.
• This treat makes a great homemade gift. Add it to your thrifted goodie baskets at Christmas time or bring them to a holiday gathering.
• Make them as a stand alone treat or add them as a salad topping.

What you need

Equipment

Mixing bowls (2)

Whisk

Baking sheet

Parchment paper

Wooden spoon

Ingredients

Almonds – raw, plain and whole almonds are key.

Egg whites – Save the yolks for scrambled eggs or to add into my sourdough french toast bake.

Cane sugar – This sugar gives the almonds such a nice crunchy texture. You can substitute refined sugar, I just prefer the healthier option of cane sugar.

Cinnamon – The ingredient that brings out that lovely warm taste.

Vanilla – Use homemade or a good quality vanilla. This adds great flavor.

Salt – I always use Redmond real salt. Another great flavor booster.

How to make simple candied almonds

Preheat oven to 250F and line baking sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.

In a medium mixing bowl combine the egg white and vanilla. Mix with a whisk until frothy. About 30-45 seconds.

Add in almonds and stir until they are completely covered with the egg white an vanilla mixture.

In a separate bowl stir together the cane sugar, cinnamon and salt.

Pour the sugar mixture over the almonds and gently combine until all almonds are coated with the mixture.

Dump the almonds onto the parchment lined baking sheet and spread out evenly.

Bake for 45 minutes in the preheated 250 degree oven, stirring every 15 minutes.

Almonds will be done when they are no longer sticky and are dry looking.

Let the almonds cool before enjoying or transferring to a storage container.

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