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Sweet and Spicy Almonds

Recipe information

  • Yield

    makes 2 1/2 cups

Ingredients

2 1/2 cups whole unblanched almonds
1/4 cup sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons coarse salt
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 tablespoon water

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Preheat oven to 350°F. Spread almonds in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet; toast until fragrant, tossing halfway through, about 10 minutes. In a large bowl, combine sugar, salt, and cayenne pepper.

    Step 2

    In a large skillet over medium heat, cook honey, oil, and the water, stirring until combined, about 1 minute. Add almonds; toss to coat.

    Step 3

    Transfer almonds to sugar mixture (do not scrape extra glaze into bowl); toss to coat. Spread almonds on a waxed paper–lined baking sheet and let cool. Nuts can be stored up to 2 weeks at room temperature in an airtight container.

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