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Skillet Roasted Honey Cinnamon Almonds Recipe

Skillet Roasted Honey Cinnamon Almonds

Raw almonds are toasted in a skillet, coated with warm honey and cinnamon, and cooled until the coating firms into a glossy, lightly crisp finish. This easy stovetop recipe makes about 2 cups.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups Raw, unsalted almonds
  • 2 tablespoons Honey
  • 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter or neutral oil
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon Fine sea salt or kosher salt
Optional Ingredients
  • 1/2 teaspoon Vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar

Method
 

Step-by-Step
  1. Line a baking sheet or large plate with parchment paper and set it beside the stove.
  2. Warm a large, heavy skillet over medium-low heat. Add the butter or neutral oil, followed by the almonds, and toast for 3–5 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and lightly golden.
  3. Reduce the heat to low. Add the honey, cinnamon, salt, and vanilla if using, plus the sugar if a harder candy-like coating is desired.
  4. Stir continuously for 2–4 minutes, until every almond is coated and the mixture looks glossy. Keep the heat low because honey can scorch quickly.
  5. Immediately transfer the coated almonds to the parchment-lined surface and spread them into a single layer.
  6. Cool completely for 10–15 minutes, then break apart any clusters before serving.

Notes

Keep the skillet at medium-low or low heat after adding honey to prevent scorching. Spread the almonds immediately after cooking because separating warm clusters is easier. Store completely cooled almonds in an airtight container at room temperature.