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Cocoa-Roasted Almonds

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Servings: 3 cups

Ingredients

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