Peanut Free Cocoa Roasted Almonds
Chocolate and a little heat make for one seriously addictive snack, and these roasted almonds deliver both in every crunchy bite. A dusting of unsweetened cocoa, warm cinnamon, and an optional pinch of cayenne gives each nut a deep, complex coating that tastes far more indulgent than the short ingredient list suggests. The egg white acts as a natural binder, locking that cocoa-sugar crust onto every almond so it bakes up crisp and satisfying without any fuss. Store-bought flavored nuts can be a minefield when it comes to shared facilities and vague labeling, but making your own means you know exactly what went into the bowl. Spreading them in a single layer and stirring halfway through is the small step that ensures even roasting and that signature snap when you bite in. They crisp up even more as they cool, so patience for those last ten minutes is genuinely worth it. These are the kind of snack that disappears fast, so consider doubling the batch.
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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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