Wondering how to make glazed nuts? These Gingerbread Glazed Almonds are a little sweet and a little spicy. Snack on them at home or share them as a DIY gift this Christmas!
I’ve been craving gingerbread since October. No kidding. I just want one delicious square – perfectly spiced with just the right amount of molasses and a drizzle of glaze. But where did the month go? I had all intentions of wrapping up work, planning out a fantastic 2017 (complete with a shiny new planner and pens), and leaving plenty of time to bake all the goodies this week. Well… That. Didn’t. Happen. I know you feel me.
I still have tons of work to do but visions of sugar plums are dancing in my head. Though I won’t have time to create all the fun, sweet treats I’ve saved on Instagram and Pinterest, I did squeeze in a taste.
This Gingerbread Glazed Almond recipe was the quick fix I needed to satisfy my relentless gingerbread craving (temporarily).
You're just 20 minutes away from these Gingerbread Glazed Almonds! #almonds #ChristmasGiftsI took a challenge to be inspired by a cookbook recipe or make the recipe a bit healthier. I rarely cook from cookbooks anymore but this reminded me just how much I love it.
I pulled out one of my favorite cookbooks, The Better Homes and Gardens Bridal Edition. Yes. There’s a story on how I got this cookbook but nope – not going there. It’s a beautiful cookbook, packed with classic recipes and elegant ones for entertaining and making special memories. (It makes a great gift for any newlyweds in your life.)
How to make gingerbread glazed almonds
Many candied or glazed nut recipes use an egg white to help the glaze stick to the nuts.
I omitted the egg to keep this recipe vegan. I created a simple glaze using brown sugar, molasses, ginger, and cinnamon. You can also add cloves for a more traditional gingerbread flavor. After an easy toss and roast in the oven, these Gingerbread Glazed Almonds were done!
Tips to make the best glazed almonds
- Use raw or natural almonds. Skip the roasted and salted ones as they will throw off the recipe flavor.
- Get some fresh spices. If your ginger has been hanging out in the pantry for a couple of holiday seasons, it’s probably time for a new bottle!
- Line the baking sheet with parchment or a silicone mat like a Silpat to prevent sticking to the pan.
If you haven’t finished your holiday shopping yet, these Gingerbread Glazed Almonds might be an answer. With only a few ingredients and less than 30 minutes from start to finish, it makes an easy homemade food gift.
Make a big batch. Pack in individual tins or jars and slap a bow on them. Hand deliver them to your neighbors or hand them out as thank you gifts during a holiday party or brunch.
More homemade holiday gift ideas
Make these edible Christmas or holiday gifts to share with friends, family, and co-workers. They are perfect for taking along as a gift for the host at parties too!
Flourless Brown Sugar Shortbread Cookies
Rosemary Parmesan Cheese Crisps
Gingerbread Glazed Almonds
Ingredients
- 1½ cup raw almonds (not roasted or salted)
- 3 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon molasses
- 1½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons hot water
- pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F. Prepare a baking sheet fitted with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk sugar, molasses, spices and hot water until the sugar dissolves and the glaze is smooth. Add the almonds. Toss to coat.
- Spread the almonds onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast 20 minutes, turning once. Remove from the oven. Let cool completely. Store cooled almonds in a sealed glass jar.
Notes
- Use raw or natural almonds. Skip the roasted and salted ones as they will throw off the recipe flavor.
- Get some fresh spices. If your ginger has been hanging out in the pantry for a couple of holiday seasons, it's probably time for a new bottle!
- Line the baking sheet with parchment or a silicone mat like a Silpat to prevent sticking to the pan.
Sara @sarahaasrdn.com
Oh, I just love these Marisa! I too would love a perfect slice of gingerbread, perhaps January? Thank you for the yummy recipe!
Marisa
🙂 I feel like the gingerbread window closes at the end of the year. But the way I’m feeling, I may make an exception!
Maria
This sounds like a perfect holiday snack! Love your photos too. I hope you have a chance to relax and unwind before the new year!
Marisa
Thanks, Maria! I do too… looking forward to relaxing a couple days next week.
Bethany
These sounds so easy and delicious! I love to dream about how the ginger and molasses will taste together.
Marisa
They are so easy. And honestly that molasses was calling my name. Had to do it!
Brynn at The Domestic Dietitian
I am right there with you on all my “plans” on finishing up so much of my to do list so I could just relish in the holidays. Completely did not happen.
These sound fantastic and such a great little hostess gift! Or gift for the neighbors in lieu of cookies.
Marisa
Yes. We have enough cookies floating around! And what is it about year end?! I’ll still make time to relish a bit
Jessica @ Nutritioulicious
Love your gorgeous pictures Marisa. really stunning!
Marisa
Thanks, Jessica! Always learning 🙂
Serena Ball
I’m not dreaming of sugar plums. I’m dreaming of a ReDux theme that gets you to spill the story of the Bridal version of BH&G. Maybe “Tell us the healthy cookbook you got that goes with a juicy story.”
Molasses on glazed nuts? Genious!
Marisa
This made me ! That story may be best told over a glass of bubbly
Sarah @ The Smart Kitchen
Oh my YUM! I love gingerbread….and I’m thinking this might be delicious with walnuts and pecans as well. 🙂
Marisa
Definitely. I went with what I had the most of!
Juli
These look and sound amazing! I am going to have to make these this weekend! Absolutely love your photos!
Ilona
Almond are my favorite and the glazed ones must be delicious!
Pam Greer
I also started craving gingerbread back in October. it’s the seasonal flavor that I miss the most through the year. Luckily I plan on making these almonds all year long!
Marisa
I know. I still haven’t had my fill!
Andrea Metlika
I could snack on these all day! Gingerbread is one of my favorites this time of year.
Marisa
Mine too! Such a great flavor!
Ginny McMeans
This is so smart! I can just imagine how great the molasses is with almonds. Making!
Marisa
The molasses adds a nice depth of flavor for sure!
Emily
Oh yum. I can’t stand next to these at parties because I would eat the whole bowl. These look wonderful.
Marisa
Same here. THat’s why I give them away as gifts!