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Cocoa-Roasted Almonds
Prep Time
15
minutes
mins
Cook Time
30
minutes
mins
Servings:
3
cups
Author:
Stephanie Wise
Ingredients
3
cups
raw whole almonds
6
tablespoons
(¾ stick) unsalted butter
2
large egg whites
1
teaspoon
salt
1
cup
granulated sugar
3
tablespoons
unsweetened cocoa powder
Pinch of chipotle chili powder or cayenne pepper
Instructions
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
Spread almonds in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet.
Roast almonds for 15 minutes, then remove from oven and transfer to a large bowl to cool completely.
Place butter on rimmed baking sheet; return to oven until butter is melted, about 5-7 minutes.
Remove from oven and set aside.
In a large bowl or bowl of a stand mixer, whisk egg whites and 1/2 teaspoon salt on medium speed until egg whites are frothy.
Gradually add sugar.
Increase speed to medium high and whisk until egg whites begin to form stiff peaks.
Add remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, cocoa powder and chili powder and whisk until well combined.
Pour egg white mixture over cooled almonds and stir to combine.
Spread almond mixture in a single layer over melted butter on baking sheet.
Return to oven and bake 30-40 minutes, stirring almonds every 10 minutes, until done.
Remove from oven and let cool completely.
Almonds will stay fresh in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Notes
adapted from Joy the Baker Cookbook: 100 Simple and Comforting Recipes