Description
These Mocha Roasted Almonds are a deliciously crunchy snack combining the rich flavors of cocoa and espresso with perfectly roasted almonds. Coated in a sweet, mocha-infused crust, they offer an irresistible treat that’s perfect for nibbling anytime.
Ingredients
Scale
Almonds and Coating
- 1/3 cup Granulated Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
- 1 tablespoon Espresso Powder
- 3/8 teaspoon Salt
- 1 large Egg White
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 3 1/4 cups Fisher Nuts Whole Almonds (raw)
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat the oven to 275 degrees F and position the oven rack in the middle. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and allow even roasting.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, cocoa powder, espresso powder, and salt until the mixture is uniform to create the mocha coating blend.
- Prepare Egg White Mixture: In another medium mixing bowl, whisk the egg white and vanilla extract together until frothy. This will help the dry coating stick perfectly to the almonds.
- Coat Almonds with Egg White: Add the raw almonds to the frothy egg white mixture and gently stir to ensure all almonds are evenly coated.
- Apply Mocha Coating: Transfer the egg white-coated almonds to the dry mocha mixture bowl, tossing gently until every almond is thoroughly coated with the cocoa and sugar blend.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Spread the coated almonds in a single, even layer on the parchment paper-lined baking sheet to allow for even roasting and crisping.
- Roast Almonds: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast the almonds for 25 to 30 minutes. Stir every 10 minutes to ensure the almonds roast evenly and do not stick together.
- Cool Completely: Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the roasted almonds cool completely on the sheet. This cooling step ensures the coating hardens into a crunchy, irresistible texture.
Notes
- Use raw almonds for best roasting results and flavor.
- Be sure to stir the almonds during roasting to prevent burning and promote even cooking.
- Store cooled almonds in an airtight container to maintain crunchiness.
- Espresso powder enhances the mocha flavor but can be adjusted to taste or substituted with instant coffee granules.
