Learn how to make Oven Roasted Almonds at home! It's a simple, healthy way to have toasted almonds on hand for baking, snacking, or as a crunchy salad topper. Learn to how to roast almonds in bulk and store them in your freezer so you've got them on hand whenever you like.
Welcome to the nut house
Hey there, my name is Katie and I looooooove Oven Roasted Almonds. Love, love, love 'em.
First of all, they're an excellent snack. I keep a big bag of roasted almonds in my freezer and a smaller one in my office (I refer to this as my "nut sack" which my inner 12-year-old boy thinks is hilarious) so I can grab a handful of nuts if I'm feeling peckish.
I also love throwing a handful of toasted almonds into a salad or meal bowl (I'm a nutritionist, I can't help it), adding some chopped almonds to my breakfast breakfast, or adding them to my Dark Chocolate Bark for a sweet treat. Oven roasted almonds also make the most amazing homemade Vanilla Almond Butter there ever was.
Is there anything that roasted almonds can't do?!
Let's make roasted almonds together!
This is super easy, my friends! Let me talk you through it step-by-step.
Step 1: spread and roast
Spread your almonds out on a sheet pan or two. It doesn't matter if they're a bit crowded.
Roast the almonds for 15-20 minutes, depending on how deeply roasted you want them. Give the almonds a stir once or twice while they're roasting, and watch them carefully towards the end to ensure they don't burn.
Step 2: cool and store
Remove the roasted almonds from the oven, and allow to cool.
I like to make a big batch of oven roasted almonds when I'm doing it, and then I store them in the freezer.
Follow your nose
It can be a bit tricky to know when your nuts are ready for two reasons. First, because almonds are already brown, it's hard to notice them going from one shade of brown to another.
Second, because when the nuts first come out of the oven they won't be as crunchy as once they have cooled.
I find the best way to know if your roasted almonds are ready is to follow your nose. If they're starting to smell roasted and nutty and wonderful, chances are they're ready.
Oven Roasted Almonds
Equipment
- Sheet pans
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F / 180°C
- Spread out almonds on a large sheet pan, or two sheet pans depending on how many almonds you are roasting at once.
- Place the pan into the oven and roast for 15-20 minutes, depending on how deeply roasted you would like your almonds. Stir once or twice while the almonds are roasting.
- Remove the almonds from the oven, and allow to cool completely.
- Transfer the roasted almonds to a freezer bag or glass jars for storage.
Notes
- Nutrition values are an estimate only
Lisa Baker says
So easy and a perfect snack
Katie Trant says
I totally agree, Lisa!!
Daniel says
Time and temperature may need to be significantly adjusted. At 350 degrees, preheated, I stirred at 5 minutes, smelled aroma at 8 minutes, and stirred at 10 minutes. Only 2 minutes later, I had to remove almonds from oven because the were almost too roasted. Color getting dark and burnt flavor just starting too develop. I will try 300 degrees next time.
Katie Trant says
Hey Daniel! Every oven is a little bit different, so when you're roasting nuts it's important to follow your nose!
Lea says
Thanks for the recipe! Unfortunately I would also say that the timing here needs to be adjusted. 15-20 minutes is far too long, I had mine in for 14 minutes and they were already burning - the insides completely dark. Perhaps adjust the recipe and suggest “10 - 20 minutes depending on your oven”! That way, people don’t safely assume 15 minutes is the lightest level of toasted.
Katie Trant says
Every oven is different! It's important to keep a close eye on the nuts and also follow your nose.
Mary L says
How would you season before roasting? Onion or garlic powder? Soy sauce?
Katie Trant says
Hey Mary! I don't usually season these. I leave them plain, and then add to recipes as is.
Darrell says
How would you prep the almonds for snacking? My guess is lightly coat them with oil, and salt them before roasting?
Katie Trant says
I like to snack on them as is! But if you prefer a salted almond you could certainly toss them with a small amount of oil and season with salt before roasting. Avoid adding any other seasonings, like herbs and spices, until after roasting so the spices don't burn.
Barry says
Olive oil and sea salt, yumm
Nene says
Worked great on a cookie sheet with parchment paper. The almonds did get a little crunchier after they were out of the oven. I did 15 minutes - they needed a bit more time but because it can ce challenging to not over roast the almonds, I turned the oven off, turned the almonds with a spatula, put them back in the oven with the door open slightly . Worked like a charm.
Katie Trant says
Hey Nene! I use that oven door technique to get my granola crunchy without burning as well. Great idea for using it with the almonds!
Randee says
Love to roast our own almonds; this is a great recipe and easy. Thank you!
Katie Trant says
Hey Randee! We love roasting our own almonds as well. Thanks for commenting!
alice k mynett says
I've been roasting my own almonds like this since I received that same advice from your Mom, years ago ... perhaps you were also there at that time. Thank you for reminding me to preheat my oven and roast some more!