3 Ingredient Easy Paleo Candied Almonds Recipe (Vegan, Healthy) (2024)

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Paleo Candied Almonds: 5-minute stovetop EASY candied almonds recipe! Learn how to make the BEST vegan candied almonds—sweet, healthy & gluten free!

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What’s the holidays without a little something sweet and a little something crunchy? 😉 For the 2nd to last recipe in the 1st Annual Beaming Baker Vegan Cookie Countdown, I thought I’d share something a little different… just in case you got tired of all the cookie recipes. (Is there such a thing?) Anywho, keep up-to-date with all the recipes I’m sharing during the countdown by checking back in the blue box right above the recipe.I’ll update all the new recipes I’m sharing for the countdown!Now… let’s get started!

This time of year, I always get super nostalgic and wistful about past years’ holiday gatherings. There’s always so much laughter, playful ribbing, arguing (hey, that’s family for ya) and so many hugs and even more eating.

One of my family’s very favorite holiday treats are candied nuts! Right behind paleo almond flour cookie dough bars, gluten free vegan granola and peppermint crunch bars, of course. But their top favorite is the candied nuts, every time. They’re always the thing every one of my three sisters and three brothers-in-law reach for. Heck, candied almonds are always the thing that everyone secretly hides their stashes of in hopes that no one will eat their share.

Ahhh… family: it’s all about sharing. And, simultaneously defending your stash of yummy goodies! 😉

This year, I’m sharing one of my new favorite candied nut recipes to make for my family: Paleo Candied Almonds!!

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Paleo Candied Almonds Recipe

This paleo candied recipe is a huge hit with my family this year…and I hope it will be with yours, too. 🙂 Everyone will think you spent hours working on your delightful homemade gift of paleo candied almonds, when in fact, you spent only 5 minutes making it!

With just 3 ingredients and 5 minutes of cook time, you’ll be sharing the edible gift hit of the year. (I know, edible gift hit sounds so weird…like some kind of gaming thingy.) Ahem! What was I saying? Yes, these vegan candied almonds are beautifully, glossily coated in a sweet layer of crunchy goodness. And hey, if you wanna sprinkle salt on there and gift the perfect sweet & salty gift, you do you! Or, try these !

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Easy Vegan Candied Almonds – Just 3 Ingredients!

Yep, all you need are 3 simple ingredients to make these paleo vegan candied almonds! Psst… they’re gluten-free, grain-free, and dairy-free too!

  • Ingredient 1: Almonds
  • Ingredient 2: Pure Maple Syrup
  • Ingredient 3: Pure Almond Extract

How to Make Candied Almonds Paleo Vegan

Learning how to make candied almonds paleo and vegan is super easy! All you have to do is toss almonds, maple syrup and almond extract into a skillet over medium heat. Stir the almonds until nearly all the maple syrup is gone. Then, pour your paleo candied almonds onto a prepared baking sheet. Allow to cool and enjoy!

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Recommended Tools for Easy Paleo Vegan Candied Almonds

Click the links below to explore the tools & ingredients I used to make this vegan paleo candied almonds recipe!

  • Baking Sheet: One of the most reliable, pieces of kitchen equipment I own. I’ve been using these pans for years, and they’ve never let me down.
  • Unbleached Parchment Paper: I love using parchment paper to line my baking sheets. This parchment paper is awesome because it’s unbleached! It’s amazingly easy to use, keeps whatever you’re baking from sticking to the sheet, and is wonderfully easy to clean up.
  • Heatproof Spatulas: These spatulas changed my life. They’re heatproof and have sturdy bamboo handles. Great for all kinds of high-heat baking and cooking activities.
  • Where to Buy Ingredients: Dry Roasted Unsalted Almonds| Pure Almond Extract | Pure Maple Syrup

Are you ready to wow your fam/tear them apart via all the fighting that’s gonna happen over these paleo candied almonds?!? J/K. Make a double batch. Trust me. 😉 I’m so happy to be here, sharing in the joyful holidays with you and your loved ones (including ourselves!!). Wishing you and your family a wonderful, safe and happy holidays! ‘Til the next kitchen adventure…

Sending you all my love and maybe even a dove, xo Demeter ❤️

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. 1st Annual Beaming Baker Vegan Cookie Countdown

Welcome to the 1st Annual Beaming Baker Vegan Cookie Countdown! We’re starting a new tradition around these parts, and they involve all of the vegan gluten free Christmas cookies. This year, I’ll be sharing 9 new vegan cookie recipes to help celebrate the holiday season with you: from vegan Christmas cookies to vegan holiday cookies to vegan cookies recipes you can enjoy all year long! . We’re gonna count down from vegan cookie #9 to #1, right before Christmas! Are you excited? 🙂

Vegan “Cookie” #2: 3 Ingredient Easy Paleo Candied Almonds Recipe (Vegan, Healthy)

Yep, I snuck in a candied almonds recipe or two… j/k! I also included a fudge recipe and a snack bars recipe in this year’s countdown because variety is the spice of life, baby! 😉

In case ya missed it, here are the other vegan Christmas cookies that I’ve shared so far:

  • 9. 3 Ingredient Low Carb Peppermint Chocolate Fudge (Keto, Vegan)
  • 8. Sea Salt Thin Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies
  • 7.
  • 6. 4 Ingredient Paleo Vegan Cashew Butter Cookies Recipe (Flourless)
  • 5. Chocolate Pistachio Healthy Vegan Snack Bars (Gluten Free)
  • 4. Amazing Chewy Vegan Oatmeal Raisin Cookies (Gluten Free)
  • 3. Salted Tahini Paleo Chocolate Chip Cookies (Coconut Flour, Gluten Free, Vegan)
  • 2. Today’s Recipe! 3 Ingredient Easy Paleo Candied Almonds Recipe (Vegan, Healthy) – technically not a cookie, but don’tcha love switching things up? 🙂
  • 1. BEST Paleo Vegan Double Chocolate Chip Cookies (Gluten Free)

Easy Paleo Vegan Candied Nuts Recipes

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  • Salted Dark Chocolate Almond Clusters
  • 5 Ingredient Homemade KIND Nut Bars
  • 4 Ingredient Oven-Roasted Paleo Candied Pecans

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3 Ingredient Easy Paleo Candied Almonds Recipe (Vegan, Healthy)

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  • Author: Demeter | Beaming Baker
  • Total Time: 7 minutes
  • Yield: 8-12 servings 1x
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Paleo Candied Almonds: 5-minute stovetop EASY candied almonds recipe! Learn how to make the BEST vegan candied almonds— crunchy & sweet, healthy & gluten free!

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups roasted, unsalted almonds
  • 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon pure almond extract
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt (optional)
  • Optional: sprinkle with sea salt while cooling

Instructions

  1. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or greased foil. Set aside.
  2. Add all ingredients (almonds, maple syrup, almond extract and salt, if using) to a large or medium nonstick skillet set over medium heat. Using a heatproof silicone spatula, stir until well mixed and almonds are fully coated.
  3. Stir occasionally, making sure almonds roast evenly on every side. Frequently scrape down the skillet to ensure the maple cooks onto the almonds.
  4. When the maple syrup is nearly gone (about 5-9 minutes), begin to stir frequently. Stir until almonds start sticking together in clumps—being careful not to burn.
  5. Pour almonds onto the prepared baking sheet, placed on a cooling rack or towel. Spread into an even layer, with empty pockets at regular intervals to let air through. Allow to cool for about 30 minutes. Optionally, sprinkle with sea salt. Storing instructions below. Enjoy!

Adapted from my Oven-Roasted Paleo Candied Pecans.

More Delicious + Healthy Nut Recipes

  • Homemade Chunky Paleo Granola with Clusters
  • 3 Ingredient Homemade KIND Coconut Almond Bar Recipe

Notes

  • Where to Buy Ingredients: Dry Roasted Unsalted Almonds| Pure Almond Extract | Pure Maple Syrup
  • Storing Instructions: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 month.
  • Recommended Tools:Unbleached Parchment Paper | Heatproof Silicone Spatulas | 4oz Prep Bowls | My Favorite Kitchen Timer | Super Cute Gift Tins
  • Prep Time: 2 mins
  • Cook Time: 5 mins
  • Category: Healthy Desserts, Snacks
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

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3 Ingredient Easy Paleo Candied Almonds Recipe (Vegan, Healthy) (2024)

FAQs

What are candied almonds made of? ›

Combine sugar, water, and cinnamon in a saucepan over medium heat; bring to a boil. Add almonds; cook and stir mixture until liquid evaporates and leaves a syrupy coating on almonds.

What are sugared almonds made of? ›

As part of a favor these almonds symbolise fertility, longevity, happiness health and wealth. Sugar, ALMONDS(17%), Maize Starch, Flavouring, Colours: Carmine, Mixed Carotenes.

What are candied almonds Wiki? ›

Candied almonds or Praline are nuts (usually almonds) of French origin, that have been cooked in a special way, so they end up coated in browned, crunchy sugar. Candied almonds are cooked by heating brown sugar or white sugar, cinnamon and water in a pan then dipping the almonds in the sugar mixture.

Are sugar coated almonds healthy? ›

Sugared almonds are a delicious and novel way to enjoy almonds, which are one of the healthiest nuts. Although a sugar coating certainly isn't healthy, the almonds that lie beneath are an excellent source of omega 3's. Sugared almonds are often sold in stand-alone carts in malls but for a pretty penny.

What do 3 sugared almonds represent? ›

Sugared almonds are offered in specific amounts, which has a specific meaning. For example, a lot of three almonds signifies the bride, groom and their future child. More common, perhaps, is the tradition of offering five almonds, each one with its own meaning: fertility, longevity, happiness, health and wealth.

Are sugar almonds vegan? ›

They are not suitable for the following reasons: - The pastel almonds contain E160 which contains gelatine. - The silver and gold almonds contain E120 (carmine), a food dye made from insects.

What are candied almonds called? ›

You see, what we call a Jordan almond is a type of confection called a dragée — which means a sugarcoated nut, candy, or pill — and the method of coating almonds with sugar was developed in Verdun in the early 13th century.

What do Americans call sugared almonds? ›

Jordan almonds, also known as sugared almonds, dragées or confetti are sugar-coated almond candies. Jordan almonds come in numerous colors, shapes and flavors. People include these sweet treats in their weddings to represent various meanings from the Italian and Greek cultures.

What does 5 sugared almonds mean? ›

If you want to be faithful to wedding traditions, the sugared almond wedding favours for each of the guests must contain five almonds representing each of the couple's wishes: love, health, happiness, fertility, and long life together.

Do candied almonds go bad? ›

How long do candied almonds last? These last for up to 1 week at room temperature, 2 weeks in the refrigerator, and 2 months in the freezer.

What are the candied almonds at weddings? ›

"Italians traditionally package these candied almonds in bunches of five to represent wishes of health, wealth, happiness, fertility, and longevity," she says. For some, the five almonds also symbolize a number that can't be divided into two, just like the bond formed by a newly married couple.

What are the hard candy coated almonds called? ›

What Are Jordan Almonds? Jordan almonds, also known as sugared almonds, dragées or confetti are sugar-coated almond candies.

Where do sugared almonds come from? ›

Originating in the Italian town of Sulmona, tasty and versatile sugared almonds are Jordan almonds coated in various colours of candy shell and presented to guests in a box or elegant fabric wrapping.

What is another name for sugar coated almonds? ›

Sugared almonds have exported themselves across all corners of the globe, with the exploring of the “New World”, they became incredibly popular and known as “Jordan Almonds”.

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