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It's a sad, Mother Hubbard-sad, type of day .......... when the almond jar is empty and when a peek in the freezer reveals there aren't any more of these sweet-salty-crunchy Honey and Sea Salt Roasted Almonds left.
We love them for snacks (WARNING! - extremely addictive!), sprinkled on ice cream sundaes, in salads and on oatmeal. But our favorite way to enjoy them is scattered on top of our morning Greek yogurt and fresh fruit, a simple and delicious alternative to granola.
Oh, they make a nice appetizer too. Either on their own or like this: place a block of cream cheese on a pretty plate. Take a couple spoonfuls of your favorite jam (this is mine right now) and add a splash of Sriracha sauce. Spoon the spicy jam over the cream cheese and sprinkle with these Honey and Sea Salt Roasted Almonds. Garnish with a bit of finely chopped basil or parsley and serve with crackers, for a beautiful (you don't have to tell anyone it's spur-of-the-moment) before dinner treat.
I love that they can be made in less than 30 minutes and can be stored for a month or more in the freezer. Somehow, they never seem to last that long though.
After cooling, store these delicious nuts in an airtight container for a few days, or in the freezer for several weeks.
Once you try them, I have a feeling it will be a sad, Mother Hubbard-type of day for you too when the almond jar is empty and a peek in the freezer reveals that there aren't any more of these wonderful Honey Sea Salt Roasted Almonds.
P.S. These almonds make wonderful gifts too. Fill fun little jars (I love these Weck jars) or little bags tied with a pretty ribbon, and you'll be very popular with family, friends, neighbors, teachers ...
- 4 cups sliced almonds I use raw, natural almonds
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil
- 3 tablespoons honey
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- flaky sea salt like Maldon
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Preheat oven to 325˚F. Line a sheet pan with foil or parchment paper for easy cleanup. Add almonds to prepared pan.
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Combine coconut oil and honey and kosher salt in a small microwave-safe bowl. Place in microwave and cook on high power for 30 seconds. Drizzle mixture over almonds and stir gently to coat.
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Place in oven and roast for 15-22 minutes OR until golden brown, stirring gently to redistribute every 5 minutes.
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Remove from oven, sprinkle with a bit of flaky sea salt (to taste) and stir gently. Allow to cool completely on pan. Store in an airtight container for 2-3 days or in the freezer for 4-5 weeks.
*When you use flaky sea salt in a recipe like this, rub it between your fingers as you add it, breaking up the large flakes as you sprinkle it.
If you have a Costco near you, they sell large bags of slice almonds for a very reasonable price. Trader Jo's also always has a great buy on sliced almonds.
Marty says
I can't wait to try these they look wonderful. Almonds are my fav!
Anne says
I just made these and they are so addicting! Got rave reviews from our friends when I served them as an appetizer, too. Thanks for the great recipe!
Chris Scheuer says
Thanks for letting me know Anne, so happy you and your guests enjoyed them 🙂
Bonnie B says
These are great! However, watch the oven...mine only took 10 minutes at 350 and they were very brown!
Chris Scheuer says
Thanks Bonnie!
Sandra says
These wouldn't last very long at all.
Claire @ Claire K Creations says
Yum yum yum Chris. No need to give me serving suggestions for these though. Straight to my mouth!
Susan says
YUM! Sweet, salty, crunchy, and healthy - what could be better?!?
Madonna/aka/Ms. Lemon says
Addictive. That is what I was thinking as I reading your post.
Norma | Allspice and Nutmeg says
We constantly snack on almonds I roast myself but now I'll be making these. This looks irresistible, Chris.
John@Kitchen Riffs says
I love roast nuts! These look so wonderful. And I've recently become a big fan of coconut oil -- such amazing stuff. Anyway, good recipe -- thanks.
mary Hirsch says
Just ordered Wecks. Have almonds and other ingredients on hand. Thanks.
Maureen | Orgasmic Chef says
I love the sound of these nuts! I can't wait to try making some.
Sarah & Arkadi says
very useful post! these almonds can be used in so many ways!
cheri says
Hi Chris, Oh these nuts look wonderful, between your avocado and nut recipes I am in heaven!!!
Pamela @ Brooklyn Farm Girl says
I love almonds! They're my go to snack. I need to give these roasted ones a try!
Muna Kenny says
Yum! I'd love them on top of brownies and some vanilla ice cream. I guess I'll make some mix it with raisins and keep it in a jar 🙂
Vicki Bensinger says
Chris these sound delicious. I love that they can be whipped up so quickly and that you use coconut oil. Great recipe! I will be sure to try these soon.
Happier Than A Pig In Mud says
Almonds are my favorite nut! These sound great and I just recently decided I need to get some flaked sea salt:@)
spoon-stories says
I am eating fruits with yogurt and nuts all the time! Almonds are my best choice and the way you cook them is absolutely supreme^^
Kisses my dear Chris!
June says
Is the 1/2 t. salt added to the coconut oil and honey, and heated?
Tricia @ Saving room for dessert says
Oh I do love these. How funny I reached into the pantry and pulled out a jar of pecans the other day and thought of you - and wondered if I was ever going to get around to making one of your wonderful nut recipes?!? And here's another one! Yum - the yogurt fruit bowl looks amazing. I could really hurt myself on these almonds. Thanks again for another wonderful beautiful nut recipe!
Sophia @ NY Foodgasm says
Perfect healthy snack! LOVE it!
Angie (@angiesrecipess) says
This is so delicious! I bet it's addictive too. That fruit bowl with those crunchy almonds looks great.
Von says
Not too much of a fan of almonds, unless they're in cakes/desserts, but this looks like something I would love! 🙂 I have a bag of almonds in the pantry because I haven't been making desserts with nuts in them for a while......this would be a great way to get me to actually eat them haha
Monique says
Love the SLICED!
Big nuts are hard to eat..
Thanks..
Now where are those children?:)
Laura (Tutti Dolci) says
What an irresistible snack!
Regina Gouge says
Dear Mother Hubbard - you sound like my when I am low on almonds or watermelon - I start breaking out
in hives and become very anxious and drive straight to whole foods to stock up. The almonds make this
fruit look so delicious. Thanks for the tips and recipes. Now where are those cute little "cookie bakers" and that
one with chocolate chips???