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Spicy Pumpkin Pie Candied Almonds

These are a perfectly crunchy snack that bring out the traditional pumpkin pie flavor with just a little kick!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Cuisine: Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Grain-Free
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Ingredients

  • 1 Cup Whole Raw Almonds
  • 1/2 Cup Granulated sugar
  • 1 Tablespoon Pumpkin Pie Spice
  • 1 Teaspoon Cayenne Pepper
  • 1/4 Teaspoon Kosher Salt

Instructions

  • In a medium saute pan combine sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and cayenne pepper.
  • Stir all ingredients together and heat over medium heat until the edges start to bubble and darken. Keep mixing until the sugar starts melting and clumping together.
  • Add in almonds. Stir continuously until all the almonds are coated and the sugar starts to become liquid-y. Continue to stir over medium heat, about 4-5 minutes.
  • Pour almond mixture on a parchment paper lined baking sheet. Spread out with spatula and let cool.
  • Break apart and serve! Store in an air-tight container.