These candied almonds are a favorite with my father. They taste so good when warm! Substitute any nuts you prefer.
Provided by: SmallRecipe.com
Categories: Main Meal
Total time: 35 minutes
Prep time: 5 minutes
Cook time: 15 minutes
Yield: 2 cups
Ingredients:
| 1 cup white sugar |
| ½ cup water |
| 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon |
| 2 cups whole almonds |
Steps:
- Line a baking sheet with waxed paper.
- Combine sugar, water, and cinnamon in a saucepan over medium heat; bring to a boil. Add almonds; cook and stir mixture until liquid evaporates and leaves a syrupy coating on almonds.
- Pour almonds onto the prepared baking sheet; use two forks to separate clumps and spread into an even layer. Allow to cool for about 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts:
Calories 304.1 calories, Carbohydrate 32.7 g, Fat 18 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 7.6 g, Saturated Fat 1.4 g, Sodium 0.9 mg, Sugar 26.7 g