Cairo Almonds
Get ready to elevate your snack game with Cairo Almonds, a tantalizing blend of Middle Eastern-inspired spices and sweet-savory perfection! These roasted almonds are coated in a dazzling mixture of olive oil, honey, and aromatic spices like cumin, cinnamon, coriander, and paprika, with a hint of optional cayenne for a subtle kick. Topped with sesame seeds for added crunch, this easy-to-make recipe takes just 10 minutes to prepare and bakes to golden perfection in 20 minutes. Perfect for parties, grazing boards, or a nutritious midday snack, Cairo Almonds deliver bold flavor and irresistible texture in every bite. Serve them fresh from the oven or store them for on-the-go indulgence—either way, these seasoned almonds will be a crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups raw almonds
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 0.5 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, honey, ground cumin, ground cinnamon, ground coriander, paprika, sea salt, sesame seeds, and cayenne pepper (if using). Whisk until the mixture forms a paste-like consistency.
Add the raw almonds to the bowl and toss them thoroughly to ensure they are evenly coated with the spice mixture.
Spread the coated almonds in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15–20 minutes, turning the almonds halfway through cooking to ensure even roasting.
Keep a close eye on the almonds during the last few minutes to avoid burning, as ovens may vary in heat intensity.
Once roasted, remove the almonds from the oven and let them cool completely on the baking sheet. The coating will harden as the almonds cool, creating a deliciously crunchy texture.
Transfer the Cairo Almonds to an airtight container for storage or serve them immediately as a snack or appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2030 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 175.1 g | 224% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.0 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 39.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2340 mg | 102% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 85.3 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 39.7 g | 142% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.9 g | ||
| Protein | 62.8 g | 126% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 833 mg | 64% | |
| Iron | 14.1 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 2258 mg | 48% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
