Sugar-Free Candied Almonds
Indulge guilt-free with these irresistible Sugar-Free Candied Almonds, a delightful twist on a classic treat! Made with raw almonds, monk fruit sweetener, and a touch of warming cinnamon, these crunchy bites are naturally sweetened, gluten-free, and perfect for those monitoring their sugar intake. The recipe combines a quick stovetop syrup and oven-toasting method, ensuring the almonds achieve a glossy coating and satisfying crunch without refined sugars. Enhanced with a hint of vanilla and sea salt, these almonds are ideal as a snack, party appetizer, or topping for salads and desserts. In just 40 minutes, you'll have a wholesome, keto-friendly snack that's sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups raw almonds
- 1 cup monk fruit sweetener
- 1 cup water
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large non-stick skillet over medium heat, combine the monk fruit sweetener and water, stirring until the sweetener dissolves completely.
Add the raw almonds to the skillet and stir to coat them evenly with the sweet syrup.
Sprinkle the ground cinnamon and sea salt over the almonds, stirring continuously to ensure an even coating.
Add in the vanilla extract and continue to stir until the mixture becomes thick and the almonds are well coated, approximately 5-7 minutes.
Transfer the coated almonds onto the prepared baking sheet, spreading them out into a single layer.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even toasting.
Remove from the oven and allow the almonds to cool completely on the baking sheet, during which they will become crunchy.
Once cooled, transfer the sugar-free candied almonds to an airtight container for storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1651 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 140.8 g | 181% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.7 g | 53% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 34.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1173 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 87.5 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 36.6 g | 131% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.9 g | ||
| Protein | 59.9 g | 120% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 800 mg | 62% | |
| Iron | 10.7 mg | 59% | |
| Potassium | 2087 mg | 44% | |
*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.
