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Spicy Honey Roasted Almonds – Sweet, spicy, and perfectly crunchy, these honey-roasted almonds come together in just 15 minutes. They’re an easy homemade snack that’s packed with bold flavor and made from simple pantry ingredients.
If you’re into snacks that actually taste like something (and not just salt), these Spicy Honey Roasted Almonds need to happen. They’re a little sweet, a little spicy, and just crunchy enough to keep grabbing “one more handful” until, somehow, the jar is empty. They’re perfect for everything from game day spreads to just keeping on the counter for snacking.
I’ve been on a bit of a snack kick lately—between these and my Taco Snack Mix packed with cereal and pretzels, I think it’s safe to say plain snacks just aren’t cutting it anymore. These almonds come together fast with just a few pantry staples and a quick bake in the oven. No fancy equipment, no extra steps—just simple, bold flavor in every bite.
Why You’ll Love Spicy Honey Roasted Almonds
- Quick snack with big flavor – You only need about 15 minutes to whip up a batch that tastes way better than store-bought.
- Crispy, crunchy texture – Baking the almonds sets the honey coating perfectly for a satisfying crunch in every bite.
- Only five simple ingredients – No hard-to-find spices or extra steps—just pantry staples you probably already have.
- Great shelf life – Stored properly, they stay fresh for days, making them an ideal snack to prep ahead of time.
What You’ll Need
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- Almonds
- Honey
- Cayenne Pepper
- Sugar
- Salt
How to make Spicy Honey Roasted Almonds
- Prep the oven and baking sheet – Preheat your oven to 325°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- Mix sugar and salt – Stir together the sugar and salt in a large bowl and set aside for tossing later.
- Warm the honey mixture – Melt the honey in a small saucepan, stir in the cayenne, then add the almonds and coat them well.
- Bake the almonds – Spread the almonds in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and bake for about 10 minutes until toasted.
- Cool slightly before tossing – Let the almonds cool for 5 minutes so the coating firms up just a bit.
- Coat with sugar and salt – Toss the warm almonds in the sugar and salt mixture until evenly coated.
- Spread and cool completely – Transfer the coated almonds back onto a clean baking sheet to cool fully before storing.
Recipe Tips & Tricks
- Warm honey gently – Keep the heat low when melting honey so it stays smooth and doesn’t scorch or thicken too quickly.
- Adjust the heat – Add more or less cayenne depending on how spicy you want your almonds to be.
- Toss while warm – Coat the almonds with the sugar and salt mixture when they’re still warm so it sticks better.
- Spread almonds out evenly – Make sure the almonds are in a single layer when baking to avoid sticky clumps and uneven roasting.
- Swap the nuts – Try this method with cashews, pecans, or mixed nuts if you want a little variety.
- Add extra seasoning – Sprinkle in a little smoked paprika or cinnamon for a fun twist on the flavor.
- Store airtight for freshness – Keep cooled almonds in a sealed container at room temperature to stay crunchy for several days.
Spread the almonds in a single layer when baking and again after tossing them with sugar and salt. Let them cool completely before storing.
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Spicy Honey Roasted Almonds
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups almonds
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 Tablespoons sugar
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325º F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone liner.
- In a bowl (large enough for the almonds), mix together the sugar and salt. Set aside.2 Tablespoons sugar, 3/4 teaspoon salt
- In a small sauce pot, over medium low heat, melt the honey. Mix in the cayenne. Add the almonds, and stir to coat.1/4 cup honey, 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, 2 1/2 cups almonds
- Spread the nuts in a single layer, onto the lined baking sheet. Bake for 10 minutes, until lightly toasted.
- Remove from the oven, allow the nuts to cool for 5 minutes to let the honey set up slightly.
- Add the nuts to the sugar and salt mixture, and toss to coat.
- Pour the nuts onto a clean baking sheet, spreading to a single layer. Allow them to cool completely.
- Store in an air tight container.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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I remember Jean’s posting. They are such a perfect snack and I am sure they went quick in your house. Nicely done!!
Love, love, love almonds prepared this way!!!
I haven’t made spicy nuts in so long. Probably because I ate the whole thing the last time. This looks fantastic, Erin!
These are a perfect snack for the season 🙂
You know what? Candied / roasted / whatever nuts are just evil. I made candied cinnamon maple almonds a few months ago… I don’t even like almonds… but I ate pounds of them. In a few days. I gained like 5 pounds when it was all done. No kidding. EVIL!
But they sure are delicious. 😀
HA! That is totally me, no self control 🙂
I think this would make an awesome gift in a jar for Christmas! No one can ever resist roasted nuts!