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    Candied Almonds

    December 22, 2023 By Sam 14 Comments

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    Sprinkled with cinnamon and sugar, my candied almonds are a cozy treat. They are surprisingly simple to make too, with just 6 ingredients and 5 minutes of prep.

    White bowl of candied almonds with a bright pink tea towel in the background.

    Simple Candied Almonds

    If you’re scrambling for a last-minute gift this holiday season, make candied almonds! Chances are, you already have all (or most) of the ingredients on hand already, and everyone who tries them loves them!

    This recipe is quite similar to my candied walnuts and candied pecans. I did make a few small changes with though; today I’m using all granulated sugar and no allspice. I just felt like this worked best with the almonds, but I do include notes below if you’d prefer to try them with the same method I use for the pecans.

    Overhead view of a bowl of candied almonds.

    Why You’ll Love This Recipe

    • Quick: they take just 5 minutes to prep, and the rest of the time is spent in the oven. As a bonus, these candied almonds will make your house smell AMAZING while they bake!
    • Long shelf life: up to 2 months in the fridge or 6 months in the freezer.
    • Enjoy them by themselves, or add them to trail mix or salad (feel free to substitute them for the pecans in my brussels sprouts salad!).
    • Makes a perfect homemade gift! I love gifting them during the holiday season (and they have a bit more nutritional value than your average Christmas cookie!).
    • Not too sweet since the almond interior tempers the candied shell. They have a lovely flavor!

    What You Need

    Candied almonds are so simple to make with just six ingredients! Let’s go over them briefly before we dig in.

    Overhead view of ingredients including almonds, cinnamon, sugar, and more.
    • Egg white. This recipe is perfect for using up that leftover egg white after making homemade brownies or inside out chocolate chip cookies. Make sure to whisk the egg white and vanilla really well until it is nice and foamy before adding in your nuts.
    • Almonds. Look for plain, raw, whole almonds for this recipe.
    • Cinnamon. Sweet and just a little spicy, cinnamon pairs perfectly with the sugar and almonds in this recipe.
    • Sugar. I opt for all granulated sugar, but you could use half granulated and half light brown sugar for a richer flavor.
    • Vanilla and salt. For flavor, of course. Homemade vanilla extract will work nicely here, if you have it!

    SAM’S TIP: While I add allspice to my candied pecans, I chose to skip it here. If you’d like to try it, you could add ¼-½ teaspoon, depending on how much you like the flavor.

    Remember, this is just an overview of the ingredients I used and why. For the full recipe please scroll down to the bottom of the post!

    How to Make Candied Almonds

    Collage of four photos showing candied almond process
    1. Whisk together the egg whites and vanilla until frothy.
    2. Add the almonds and stir until they are completely coated.
    3. Mix the cinnamon, sugar, and salt together, then pour this over the almonds and toss to coat.
    4. Evenly scatter the almonds on a parchment lined baking sheet and bake, stirring every 15 minutes. The nuts will look dry when they are done baking.

    SAM’S TIP: While you can let them cool, these almonds are also wonderful warm. They make such a cozy treat in the fall and winter!

    Spatula resting on a sheet pan of cinnamon sugar roasted almonds.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How long do candied almonds last?

    Quite a long time, actually! If you store them in the freezer, they will last up to 6 months. If you store them in the fridge, they will last up to 2 months. Just make sure to keep them in an airtight container, and they’ll be just as tasty as they were when fresh.

    Can I use a different nut?

    Yes! You can use any nut you like. Note that I do have separate recipes for candied walnuts and candied pecans; they are all similar but tweaked to suit the flavors of those nuts.

    How will I know when the candied almonds are finished baking?

    When your almonds are finished baking, they should appear dry, not wet or shiny, in the oven. If yours still look wet after 45 minutes, give them a good stir, make sure they’re scattered evenly over your baking pan, and continue to bake in 5 minute intervals.

    Cinnamon sugar roasted almonds in a white bowl.

    If you love these candied almonds, try my lace cookies next!

    Enjoy!

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    White bowl of candied almonds with a bright pink tea towel in the background.

    Candied Almonds

    Sprinkled with cinnamon and sugar, my candied almonds are a cozy treat. They are surprisingly simple to make too, with just 6 ingredients and 5 minutes of prep!
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    Course: Candy, Dessert, Snack
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 45 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 50 minutes minutes
    Servings: 8 servings (¼ cup per serving)
    Calories: 277kcal
    Author: Sam Merritt

    Ingredients

    • 1 large egg white
    • 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
    • 2 cups (290 g) raw whole almonds
    • ⅔ cup (133 g) granulated sugar
    • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
    • ½ teaspoon table salt

    Recommended Equipment

    • Baking sheet
    • Mixing bowls

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 250F (120C) and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper. Set aside.
    • In a large mixing bowl, combine egg white and vanilla extract and use a whisk to whisk vigorously until frothy (about 45 seconds).
      1 large egg white, 1 ½ teaspoons vanilla extract
    • Add almonds and stir until completely coated with the egg white mixture.
      2 cups (290 g) raw whole almonds
    • In a separate dish, whisk together sugar, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
      ⅔ cup (133 g) granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon table salt
    • Pour sugar mixture over almonds and use a spatula to gently toss ingredients together until almonds are completely coated with the mixture.
    • Scatter almonds evenly over prepared baking sheet. Transfer to center rack of 250F (120C) oven and bake for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes. When finished, the almonds should appear dry.
    • Allow to cool before enjoying.

    Notes

    Sugar

    For a richer flavor, substitute half of the granulated sugar for light brown sugar.

    Storing

    Store in an airtight container at room temperature. A cool dark place is preferred. Almonds will keep in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 2 months, or in the freezer for up to 6 months.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 277kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 152mg | Potassium: 272mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Vitamin C: 0.02mg | Calcium: 102mg | Iron: 1mg

    Nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered an estimate only. Actual nutritional content will vary based upon brands used, measuring methods, cooking method, portion sizes, and more.

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Susan McKay

      January 01, 2025 at 6:49 pm

      5 stars
      So easy to make! And delicious!

      Reply
    2. Danielle H

      October 23, 2024 at 7:22 pm

      5 stars
      This recipe was sooooo easy. Not only did I use the cinnamon but I put in a little pinch of pumpkin spice.

      Iโ€™ve always loved getting candied almonds at county fairs and expected making them to be much more complicated than that.

      Literally prepped and in the oven in 5 minutes.

      They taste fantastic and have just the right amount of salt. Added to the recipe book!!!!!

      Thank you so much for sharing this recipe!

      Reply
      • Sam

        October 24, 2024 at 7:15 am

        I’m so glad you enjoyed them so much, Danielle! Thank you for your feedback! ๐Ÿ™‚

        Reply
    3. Vanessa

      October 18, 2024 at 5:24 pm

      5 stars
      I made this with the white and brown sugar. Absolutely delicious! I could eat them forever. Thank you.

      Reply
      • Sam

        October 19, 2024 at 7:32 am

        I’m so glad you enjoyed them so much, Vanessa! ๐Ÿ™‚

        Reply
    4. Adrienne

      August 09, 2024 at 2:09 pm

      Can I use almonds that are already roasted and salted?

      Reply
      • Sam

        August 09, 2024 at 3:58 pm

        Hi Adrienne! I think that should work. ๐Ÿ™‚

        Reply
        • Megen Hamel

          December 11, 2024 at 4:50 pm

          4 stars
          Easy recipe! Added a dash of cayenne just for sweet heat!

    5. Leslie

      May 27, 2024 at 9:21 pm

      5 stars
      Need to double the recipe if you want to share! So good!

      Reply
      • Sam

        May 28, 2024 at 9:20 am

        I’m so glad you enjoyed them so much, Leslie! ๐Ÿ™‚

        Reply
    6. Micki

      December 28, 2023 at 5:39 pm

      5 stars
      Super easy and turn out perfectly every time!
      I mix everything in the bag the nuts come in and save on dirty dishes!!

      Reply
      • Emily @ Sugar Spun Run

        December 28, 2023 at 5:58 pm

        Thanks so much for the five-star review, Micki! โค๏ธ

        Reply
      • Gale B

        December 28, 2023 at 6:39 pm

        5 stars
        Easy. Delicious. Addictive.

        Reply
        • Sam

          December 30, 2023 at 9:54 pm

          I’m so glad you enjoy them so much, Gale! ๐Ÿ™‚

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