Paraben Free Cocoa Roasted Almonds
Crunchy, chocolatey, and just a little bit dangerous to have sitting on the counter, these roasted almonds hit every note — rich cocoa, warm cinnamon, a whisper of heat from cayenne, and just enough salt to keep you reaching back in. Store-bought flavored nuts are a minefield when you're avoiding parabens, since preservatives and synthetic additives often sneak into commercial coatings and seasonings. Making them at home means you control every single ingredient, and this recipe keeps the list refreshingly short and straightforward. The egg white acts as a natural binder that crisps beautifully in the oven, locking that cocoa-sugar shell onto each almond without any need for artificial stabilizers. A single baking sheet and about 20 minutes in the oven is all it takes before your kitchen smells absolutely incredible. They firm up as they cool, so resist the urge to eat them straight off the pan — though that's admittedly easier said than done. Bag them up for snacking, scatter them over a dessert, or just keep a bowl nearby and accept the consequences.
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6 servings
- 2 cups raw whole almonds
- 1 large egg white
- 1 tsp water
- 3 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 3 tbsp granulated sugar
- ½ tsp fine salt
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- ⅛ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, granulated sugar, salt, cinnamon, and cayenne, if using, until evenly combined.
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