Homemade Cinnamon-Roasted Almonds in 15 Minutes

Posted on by Ilze

The weather is absolutely terrible today – cold, wet, windy, and grey. You know, the kind of day that feels like time has jumped backwards into late November. I kept looking out the window, hoping for at least a patch of sunlight, but nope… just drizzle and clouds all day long.

Solstice? Sure – but which one? Winter? Feels like it!

I start craving Christmas. Not the big tree or the presents – but the food. The warm, sweet, spicy smells that make you feel like you’re wrapped in a blanket, even if you’re just standing by the stove.

So I gave in and made something that instantly brings me holiday comfort: cinnamon sugared almonds. They’re warm, crunchy, a little sweet, a little spiced, and honestly… they made the whole house smell like a Christmas market.

They’re quick to make, too – no oven required. Just a skillet, a spoon, and about 15 minutes of stirring (which honestly felt kind of therapeutic today).

Here’s the recipe if you want to make your own cozy moment:

Cinnamon Sugared Almonds

  • Servings: 4
  • Difficulty: easy
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A sweet and crunchy treat perfect for snacking or gifting during the holidays.


Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 cups almonds
  • 1/8 tsp pink Himalayan salt
  • 1/2 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tbsp Muscovado sugar (optional)

Directions

  1. In a skillet, bring the water and sugar to a boil.
  2. Add the almonds and cook, stirring constantly, until most of the water has evaporated (about 5–10 minutes).
  3. Add the cinnamon, salt, and Muscovado sugar. Cook for another 2–5 minutes, stirring, until the almonds are dry and coated.
  4. Pour the almonds onto a large sheet pan and let them cool completely.

Let me know – am I the only one who starts craving holiday food the moment the sky turns grey and gloomy? Or do you have your own rainy-day comfort treat?

Ilze

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9 thoughts on “Homemade Cinnamon-Roasted Almonds in 15 Minutes”

  1. That looks like a sweet snack Ilze. I would welcome a little of that Christmas feeling. We are under an extreme heat advisory and it looks like we will be for most of next week. I’m melting…!

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