Oven-Baked Cinnamon Glazed Almonds

Our family enjoys going to the amazing biblical productions at the Sight & Sound Theatres. We look forward to attending a show every year, and also look forward to the war glazed almonds that they sell in the lobby. The signature almonds are an absolute must and inspired me to start making our own at home. My method differs from theirs, but yields the same delicious almonds for a fraction of the price.

This recipe uses egg white to help the cinnamon-sugar coating cling to the almonds, while a low oven temperature dries the coating into a sweet, crunchy shell. A little vanilla adds wonderful flavor, and the touch of salt balances the sweetness.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

• Easy oven method: No standing over a skillet or stirring sugar on the stovetop.
• Warm cinnamon flavor: Cinnamon and vanilla make these almonds smell amazing as they bake.
• Perfect for sharing: Serve them at holiday gatherings, package them for gifts, or keep a bowl handy for snacking.
• Delicious slightly warm: Gently rewarm them before serving for that fresh-from-the-theater experience.

Tips and Tricks

• Spray the baking sheet: A light coating of nonstick cooking spray helps prevent the sugar coating from sticking to the pan.
• Beat the egg white until foamy: This helps the cinnamon-sugar mixture cling evenly to the almonds.
• Stir every 15 minutes: This helps the almonds bake evenly and keeps the coating from forming large clumps.
• Let them cool before storing: The coating firms up as the almonds cool.

Ingredients

• Whole almonds: The base of this recipe; use raw, unsalted almonds.
• Granulated sugar: Creates the sweet, crunchy coating.
• Ground cinnamon: Adds warm cinnamon flavor.
• Egg white: Helps the cinnamon-sugar mixture stick to the almonds.
• Vanilla extract: Adds a rich, sweet flavor.
• Salt: Balances the sweetness and enhances the cinnamon flavor.

See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.

How to Make Cinnamon Glazed Almonds

Step 1: Prepare the baking sheet. Preheat the oven to 250°F. Lightly spray a rimmed baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.

Step 2: Whisk the egg white. Whisk the egg white until foamy, then stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 3: Coat the almonds. Add the almonds to the egg white mixture and toss until evenly coated.

Step 4: Add the cinnamon sugar. In a separate bowl, combine the sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Add the mixture to the almonds and toss until thoroughly coated.

Step 5: Spread on the baking sheet. Arrange the almonds in a single layer directly on the greased baking sheet.

Step 6: Bake until dry and crunchy. Bake for about 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes to help the coating dry evenly. Turn oven off and let almonds sit in the oven for an additionl 10-15 minutes. Remove from oven.

Cool and serve. Let the almonds cool on the baking sheet until the coating sets. Serve slightly warm. Allow almonds to cool completely before storing.

How to Reheat Almonds

For the best warm serving experience, reheat only the amount you plan to serve rather than repeatedly warming the entire batch. Reheat at 350 degrees for 5-7 minutes or warm in a pan on the stove for a few minutes on medium heat, stirring to ensure that the sugar does not scorch. You do not want to melt the sugar, just warm the almonds. If they begin to be fragrant, pull them off the heat.

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