How to Roast Almonds in 2 Easy Steps

Almonds are a good source of healthy fats and protein and roasting them is a great way to bring out extra flavor. We'll show you how to roast almonds yourself.

Nuts are a great way to add extra plant protein to your meals, especially if you follow a vegan or vegetarian diet. By learning how to roast almonds, you can reduce your risk of exposure to things like salmonella and make them easier for your body to digest. The best part about roasted almonds is the added crunch and depth of flavor. Don’t believe us? Try it yourself! 

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How to Roast Almonds in the Oven

Roasting almonds is easy and doesn’t require much effort to get great results. This dry roast method will work for whole, chopped, sliced, or slivered almonds. 

1. Spread your almonds out in a single layer on a large baking sheet. 
2. Place your baking sheet in the oven and roast your almonds at 325°F until lightly browned. Use the following time recommendations, depending on the type of almond: 

• Whole: 9 – 12 minutes 
• Chopped: 8 – 10 minutes 
• Slivered: 6 – 8 minutes 
• Sliced: 7 – 9 minutes  

Tip: Remember to give them a stir about halfway through in order to prevent burning. It’s also worthwhile to keep an eye on them. Every oven is different, and even a few seconds can result in burnt almonds! 

There are so many variations of ways to roast almonds in the oven to make them an extra delicious sweet or savory snack. Consider roasting them with honey, salt, sesame seeds, and cayenne pepper for a delicious twist. 

Using Roasted Almonds

You use your roasted almonds in a variety of ways. 

• Garnish soups and salads 
• Add them into granola bars 
• Decorate baked goods 
• Use as a crust for vegan lemon bars 
• Sprinkle on top of your overnight oats  
• Snack on them as is
• Make almond butter 
• Blitz them into a romesco sauce for pasta or fish 

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