Maple Cinnamon Roasted Almonds

Developed for the Almond Board of California by Award-Winning Author and Registered Dietitian, Liz Pearson

(NC) – These roasted almonds are quick and easy to prepare and taste delicious. Almonds produce more eating satisfaction and feelings of fullness than carbohydrate-rich snacks. Their crunchy texture, along with protein (6 g), fibre (3.5 g) and good fats, make almonds a satisfying snack that can help conquer cravings anytime throughout the day.

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Maple Cinnamon Roasted Almonds

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups almonds whole 500 mL
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup 60 mL
  • 2 teaspoons canola oil 10 mL
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla 10 mL
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon 15 mL

Instructions

  • Roast the almonds on a large square baking sheet at 350 F (180 C) for 15 minutes.
  • Take the almonds out of the oven.
  • In a saucepan, mix together the maple syrup, canola oil, vanilla and cinnamon. Heat at medium just until the mixture starts to boil.
  • Add the roasted almonds to the saucepan. Toss until the almonds are evenly glazed and covered with the syrup mixture.
  • Cover the baking sheet with parchment paper. Spray with vegetable oil. Spread the maple almond mixture onto the parchment paper and let cool.
  • Enjoy the same day or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator to enjoy throughout the week.

Notes

Nutritional Information
Per 1/4 cup (50 mL) Serving: Calories 245 kcals, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fibre 4.7 g, Total fat 19 g, Saturated 1.5 g, Calcium 104 mg, Monounsaturated 12.1 g, Polyunsaturated 4.6 g, Magnesium 99 mg, Sodium 1 mg, Carb 15 g, Potassium 283 mg, Protein 8 g, Vitamin E 9.3 mg

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