Name: Cinnamon Candied Almonds
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 8 (2.5 cups of nuts)
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 cup packed brown sugar; 1/4 cup water; 1 tablespoon cinnamon; 1 large pinch cloves (optional, but delicious); 1/2 teaspoon salt; 2 cups raw almonds

HomemadeCinnamon Candied Almondsare even better than the ones you can get in a mall or at your local fair for a fraction of the cost. Use them as salad toppers, give them as gifts, or eat them as a snack.

Cinnamon candied almonds spilling out of brown bag.

Cinnamon Candied Almonds areincredibly easy to make. They have a bit of a crunchy coating on the outside and are so addicting.They also freeze wellso you can make a large batch and save some for later.

These almonds are the perfect addition to aChristmas Cheese Boardor to a cookie plate or dessert bar that includesVanilla Melt Aways,Soft Gingerbread, andClassic Sugar Cutout Cookies.

Cinnamon candied almonds spilling out of brown bag tied with some red, green, and white yarn.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Making candied almondsat home ismuch less expensive than buying themat a store.
Yourkitchen smells amazingfor hours.
They aregluten-free and dairy-free.
Super easyto make andrequires no baking.
Make awonderful gift or a delicious snack.

Recipe Ingredients

Almonds:Raw, unsalted almonds are the best for this recipe.
Brown sugar
Water
Ground cinnamon
Ground cloves:This is optional but gives the nuts more flavor.
Salt

See the recipe card below for full information on ingredients and quantities.

A white bowl with a black rim filled with raw almonds.

How to Make Cinnamon Candied Almonds

The sugary sauce bubbling in a cast iron pan.

Step #1.Put all of the ingredients except the almonds in a cast iron pan and bring to boil over medium heat stirring constantly.

Almonds being added to the sugary mixture in a cat iron pan.

Step #2.Add the almonds and reduce the heat to medium-low.

Almonds cooking in the sugary sauce in a cast iron pan.

Step #3.Stir the mixture constantly for about 8 to 10 minutes or all the liquid has evaporated.

Top view of candied almonds cooling on brown parchment paper on a white baking sheet with a blue rim.

Step #4.Spread the almonds out in a single layer on a lined baking sheet and let them cool.

Recipe FAQs

What type of almonds do I use when making cinnamon almonds?

For any candied almond you will want to use raw, unsalted almonds. Using these almonds will yield the best results when making cinnamon almonds.

How do I store Cinnamon Candied Almonds?

Cinnamon Candied Almonds will stay fresh when sealed in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks. They also freeze really well. Make sure they are fully cooled before storing them on the counter or freezer.

How do I give these almonds as a gift?

Put cooled Cinnamon Candied Almonds in a mason jar, screw on the lid, and tie a pretty ribbon around them. People LOVE getting these as a gift.

Are candied almonds healthy?

Almonds are a good source of fiber, protein, and healthy fats. When eaten in large amounts, these cinnamon almonds likely aren’t the healthiest, but they’re probably better for you than candied almonds that you can buy at the mall.

Cinnamon candied almonds in a glass pint-sized Mason jar that has green, red, and white yarn wrapped around it.

Expert Tips

Cassia cinnamon is best in this recipebecause it’s milder than ceylon cinnamon but you can use either.
Don’t try to speed up the cooking time by increasing the heatbecause the sugar could burn and the batch would be ruined.
This recipe alsoworks well with pecans and cashews.