Roasted Almonds

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Roasted Almonds

The holidays are here! What can be better on a cold night than delicious, warm & toasty, Roasted Almonds? 

A health packed, high calorie snack, Roasted Almonds are easy to make and can make for a great food gift! 

Health Benefits of Almonds

Almonds are full of healthy fats, called monounsaturated fats, which can help lower your LDL cholesterol. They also contain a good amount of fiber, antioxidants, and other nutrients!

A one ounce portion of almonds contains about 3-4 grams of fiber! Fiber is important for your digestive system and can also help keep you feel full longer.

Almonds also contain antioxidants, which help to protect our bodies from oxidative stress. Oxidative stress can lead to damage of the molecules in your cells or even inflammation. The majority of antioxidants in almonds are found in the brown layer of the skin. 

Another thing almonds are a great source of is vitamin E! Vitamin E is fat soluble and is part of the antioxidant defense system which means it also helps to prevent oxidative stress. It can also help to prevent cardiovascular diseases and has anti-cancer properties. 

Check out how to know if you’re eating enough fiber from our sister website, The Geriatric Dietitian! 

High Calorie Snacks

Almonds and nuts are a great high calorie snack! They are high in healthy fats, which means just a small portion packs some calories. 

Their high calorie content and nutritional value make our Roasted Almonds a perfect snack if you are trying to gain or maintain weight. You can add them to yogurt, your granola, or even your salad!

High calorie snacks are an important addition to your meals if you are trying to gain or maintain weight. They help to keep you full and can also help you hit your calorie goals for the day. A high calorie snack also means you can eat a smaller portion and still get a larger amount of calories in. 

This may be important for people who have smaller or no appetites, have trouble chewing or swallowing, or those who have to go long periods of time without eating.

How to Store Roasted Almonds

There are a few ways you can store these Roasted Almonds including freezing, refrigerating, or at room temperature. 

Room Temperature: Store in an airtight container for 1-2 weeks. 

Fridge: Store in an airtight container for about 2 weeks. 

Freezer: Store up to 2-3 months in an airtight container. Be sure to cool before freezing, and when you’re ready to eat them just thaw at room temp!

Giving Roasted Almonds as Gifts

With the holidays approaching, we can start thinking about gifts-especially food gifts! These Roasted Almonds make a delicious and thoughtful gift for the holiday season.

Give as a hostess gift to show your appreciation or as a yummy stocking stuffer. You can even use these Roasted Almonds as part of a gift basket! Some optional gift basket variations are wine, nut, and cheese; nuts, cheese, and meat; or even just a nut variety gift basket!  

Homemade food gifts are always a great option because they are thoughtful and do not require a lot of effort! If you need a quick and easy gift for your neighbors, these Roasted Almonds are a great option. 

Another great idea for a food gift is our Date and Walnut Loaf! Wrap up a whole loaf with a bow, or make mini loaves to give to multiple people. 

Roasted Almond Ingredients

This recipe uses simple ingredients to make delicious, snack worthy, Roasted Almonds!

• Almonds
• Egg White

Spicy:

• Red Chili Powder
• Cumin
• Sea Salt 
• Oregano

Sweet: 

• Sugar
• Cinnamon
• Vanilla Extract
• Salt 

How to Make Roasted Almonds

Roasted Almonds are easy to make and can be done in under 30 minutes!

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees fahrenheit and put your egg white into a bowl. Beat the egg white with a whisk or fork until it has a foamy consistency. Add the almonds into the bowl with the egg white and mix well so all the almonds are covered. 

Now you are ready to make either the spicy or sweet version of the Roasted Almonds! 

Spicy Option

For the spicy Roasted Almonds, add the herbs, spices, and salt to a separate bowl. Pour in the almond and egg white mixture into the herbs and spices and coat the almonds well. 

Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray and spread the almond mixture onto the baking sheet.

Now spray the almonds with cooking spray and place in the oven on the middle rack. Bake for 12-15 minutes and when finished, cool the almonds completely on a wire rack. Enjoy!

Sweet Option 

For the sweet Roasted Almonds, add the sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon to a separate bowl. Add the almond and egg white mixture to the cinnamon sugar mixture and coat the almonds well. 

Spray a baking sheet with cooking spray and spread the almond mixture onto the baking sheet. 

Now spray the almonds with cooking spray and place in the oven on the middle rack. Bake for 12-15 minutes and when finished, cool the almonds completely on a wire rack. Enjoy!

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