19+ Christmas Candied Almonds Recipe Taste The Magic Today!
Published on: Apr 23, 2024
Christmas is a time for indulgence and there's nothing quite like the taste of sweet, crunchy candied almonds to add that extra festive touch to your holiday celebrations. These bite-sized treats are perfect for snacking on while watching Christmas movies, or as a homemade gift for friends and family. Let's take a look at a professional and well-organized recipe for homemade Christmas candied almonds that will have everyone asking for more.
Main Ingredients: Almonds, Hazelnuts, Candied Orange Peel, Candied Citron
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Celery Salad with Apricots and Candied Almonds
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Mandarin Orange Salad with Almonds and Cider...
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Strawberry Poppyseed Salad
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Blueberry Peach Poppy Seed Salad
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Celery Salad with Apricots and Candied Almonds
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Ingredients:
- 1 cup whole almonds
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ginger
- 1/4 tsp allspice
- 1/4 tsp cloves
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F.
2. In a small bowl, mix together the cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, allspice, and cloves. Set aside.
3. In a saucepan, combine the granulated sugar and water over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
4. Add the whole almonds and stir until they are fully coated with the sugar syrup.
5. Spread the almonds on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, making sure they are in a single layer.
6. Bake for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7. Remove from the oven and sprinkle the spice mixture over the almonds, stirring to coat them evenly.
8. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, until the almonds are golden brown and the coating is crispy.
9. Let the candied almonds cool completely before breaking them apart and serving.
Whether you're snacking on them yourself or giving them as a gift, these Christmas candied almonds are sure to be a hit. The holiday spices add a warm and festive touch to the sweet crunch of the almonds. Plus, they are easy to make and can be stored in an airtight container for up to a week. So go ahead and spread some holiday cheer with this delicious Christmas candied almonds recipe.
