Easy Way to Toast Almonds at Home

Name: Easy Way to Toast Almonds at Home
Cook time: 7 min
Ingredients: 1 cup almond flakes

Up your home-chef game with these Toasted Almonds, a perfect addition to all kinds of recipes from appetizers to desserts.

Every cooking show I’ve ever watched includes a side note about the importance of toasting the nuts. I wasn’t sure why until I tried this recipe—and all those experts were right! Toasting nuts makes them crunchier and nuttier. It’s a quick-and-easy way to elevate the flavor profile of any dish—and help you justify those hours of TV.

Toasted almonds are a great addition to all sorts of dishes. They work great in this Beet Salad or Salmon Salad, as a garnish for soups or even oatmeal, and as a nutty option in some of your favorite desserts, like these Rocky Road Cookies.

Serving Suggestions

These almonds can add crunch and nutty flavor to almost any dish. You can also sprinkle them over a garden salad or creamy pasta—or, for extra texture, to your yogurt or oatmeal. They’re also a great topping for ice cream.

Ingredients

1 cup almond flakes

Instructions

Prep time: 0 minutes

Cooking time: 7 minutes

Yields: 1 serving

Delicious Italian Chopped Salad

Heat a non-stick skillet on low, and add the almond flakes.

Keep the heat low and gently toss the almond flakes in the pan until they are golden brown.

Remove from the pan and allow them to cool on a plate. Once they are cool, you can add them to a sealable jar to keep them crispy.

Tips & Tricks to Toast the Perfect Almonds

Using a wooden spoon or spatula, stir the almonds constantly until toasted.
Toasting almonds requires lower heat and a watchful eye. When you can smell the almond scent, they’re nearly done.
Let your toasted almonds rest on a plate to cool down before using or storing.

FAQs

Can I toast almonds in the oven?

Yup! Place the almonds on a baking sheet in one even layer and pop them in the oven at 350°F. Let them bake for about 7-10 minutes, stirring about halfway through.

Can I use whole almonds instead of almond flakes?

Sure. Whole almonds will probably take a bit longer to toast since they’re a bigger size.

Variations

Add a sprinkle of sea salt.
Drizzle with honey for a sweet and crunchy combination.
For a spicy twist, toss in a pinch of chili flakes.
Dip or drizzle dark chocolate for an indulgent treat.

Make Ahead and How to Store

After they’re cooled down, these toasted almonds can stay fresh and crunchy for about two weeks, if stored in an airtight container. They taste great at room temperature, but you can also heat them up (and bring out the crunchiness) with a quick, five-minute toast in the oven or on the stove.