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Cinnamon Sugar Almonds Recipe! (5-Minute Candied Nuts)

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This addicting and delicious Cinnamon Sugar Almonds Recipe is the festive snack recipe you’ve been looking for!

Be sure to also give these extra fabulous Cinnamon Sugar Almonds and Spiced Walnuts a try!

Cinnamon Sugar Almonds Recipe

No holiday is complete without some truly epic snacks! So give your holiday snacking a BIG upgrade with this easy 6 ingredient Cinnamon Sugar Almonds Recipe!

These almonds are a must-have at Thanksgiving and Christmas, or anytime you’re craving an outrageously tasty almond snack.

Katherine writes: "They’re great for gifting, great on salads, and just for snacking! So addictive!"

Plus, you’ll love how these cast iron skillet almonds take just 5 minutes to make.

It really doesn’t get much easier than a 6 ingredient recipe that takes just 5 minutes to prepare!!

And once you’ve discovered how to make candied almonds on the stovetop… there will be no going back. The reward for so little effort is very alluring!

So what are the best ways to enjoy these cinnamon sugar almonds?

These sweet cinnamon almonds are perfect for holiday party munching, late night snacking, or even as a topping on your salad.

Plus, they make the cutest little Gift in a Jar, too.

Trust me, this is the one candied almonds recipe that everyone will want to devour!

These nuts are real crowd pleasers.

Here’s what you’ll need to make these easy Candied Almonds a reality…

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Cinnamon Sugar Almonds Ingredients

It takes just a few simple ingredients to make the BEST Candied Almonds!

  • Almonds
  • White Sugar
  • Brown Sugar
  • Cinnamon
  • Salt
  • Vanilla
Cinnamon Sugar Almonds Recipe

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Cinnamon Sugar Almonds Recipe

This addicting and delicious Cinnamon Sugar Almonds Recipe is the festive snack recipe you've been looking for!
Prep Time1 minute
Cook Time4 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Servings: 2 cups

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Raw Almonds (8 oz.)
  • 1/2 cup White Sugar + 2 tsp. for Sprinkling
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1 tbsp. Ground Cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp. Salt
  • 1 1/2 tsp. Vanilla
  • 4 tbsp. Water

Instructions

  • Preheat 10″ cast iron skillet over low heat.
  • After it has warmed up a bit, turn heat to medium then add White Sugar, Brown Sugar, Cinnamon, Salt, Vanilla and Water to skillet.
  • Cook over medium heat for 1 – 2 minutes, continually stirring with a wooden spoon.
  • Once the mixture turns into a glaze and begins to bubble, add Almonds to skillet and continue stirring well for about 2 more minutes until all have been coated with the glaze.
  • Then transfer almonds to a large cookie sheet lined with waxed paper, and quickly spread almonds out, so they’re not touching each other.
  • Sprinkle almonds with additional 2 tsp. of Sugar, then set aside and allow to cool overnight.
  • The next morning, transfer to an airtight container. If stored at room temperature, use within the week. If stored in the refrigerator, use within 3 weeks. ENJOY!
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
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    • Heidi says

      Thanks so much, Aimsy! They really are the perfect combination of sweet & salty, and this stovetop version comes together so quickly. I hope you love them!

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  3. Nancy says

    YUM!!! I love eating these coated almonds. It is great when you can make it at home so easily and save so much money. I haven’t had the cinnamon sugar variation before. Love that it doesn’t take much to make either. Pretty straight forward and fun to enjoy. Thanks for sharing the recipe!

    Nancy ✨

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    • Heidi says

      You’re very welcome, Nancy! Flavored almonds are such a fun snack… and I think you’ll LOVE the cinnamon sugar variety, too!

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    • Heidi says

      Oh you’re right, Danielle… they smell amazing!! And they really do make the cutest little gift for family, friends, and neighbors! 🙂

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  8. Lauren says

    Oh my! I love candied nuts and your pictures are making me drool. I haven’t made them in years! Might be time to bring them back — they’re so perfect for holidays!

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  11. CoCo says

    I can’t believe you make these in a cast-iron skillet, Heidi, that is so cool! These will be the perfect holiday snack to enjoy while hiking or wrapping presents. I’m super excited to try this recipe and make some for friends and family too. Hugs, CoCo PS: I made your peanut butter blossoms today and they were a hit 🙂

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    • Heidi says

      I’m so glad to hear you loved the peanut butter blossoms, CoCo! Those are definitely one of my favorite little holiday treats! And you’re right… these almonds would be so fun to snack while wrapping gifts and unwinding on the trails outside! I love those ideas! 🙂

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  14. Aarthi says

    These looks so easy, and delicious, never knew it was this simple to make Candied Nuts. This is make a great snack, yeah! now I can make my own, thanks for the recipe.

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    • Heidi says

      Aren’t they just the best thing ever, Katherine? They’re so versatile… the hardest part is portion control when they’re nearby! 🙂

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  20. Christie says

    Wow I love how easy and quick these Cinnamon Sugar Almonds came together! I’m a big fan of crunchy sweet nuts so this is right up my alley!

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    • Heidi says

      I agree, Angie… they’re the tastiest on-the-go snack, but an essential little treat around Thanksgiving and Christmas! 🙂

      Reply

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