Air Fryer Honey Roasted Almonds
Description
Sweet, crunchy Air Fryer Honey Roasted Almonds made with just a few simple ingredients in under 15 minutes. This easy homemade snack is perfect for munching, salads, or gifting, and it's a healthier swap for store-bought roasted nuts.
Ingredients
- 2 cups raw almonds, whole almonds
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, (plus extra for finishing, optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, or a pinch of cayenne pepper, optional
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, toss the almonds with honey, sugar, salt, and any optional spices until evenly coated.
- Line the air fryer basket with a parchment liner and spread the almonds in a single layer.
- Air fry at 320°F (160°C) for 8 to 10 minutes, shaking the basket every 2 to 3 minutes, until golden brown and fragrant. Watch closely near the end so the honey doesn't burn.
- Transfer the almonds to a parchment-lined tray and spread them out. Sprinkle with extra sugar or flaky salt if using.
- Let cool completely, 10 to 15 minutes, until the coating hardens and the almonds turn crunchy. Store in an airtight container.
Equipment
- Cooking Spray
- Parchment Paper, optional
Notes
- Single layer = even roasting. Cook in batches rather than overcrowding.
- They crisp as they cool, so don't over-roast based on texture in the basket.
- Storage: Airtight at room temperature up to 2 weeks, refrigerated up to 1 month, or frozen up to 3 months.
- Nut swaps: Works with cashews, pecans, or walnuts; reduce time for softer nuts.
Nutrition
Serving: 1ServingCalories: 243kcalCarbohydrates: 17gProtein: 8gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 0.01gSodium: 146mgPotassium: 267mgFiber: 5gSugar: 11gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 0.04mgCalcium: 98mgIron: 1mg