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Spicy Cocoa Almonds

Spicy Cocoa Almonds

Apr 22 2022

This protein-packed snack is great for healthy eating on the go. The cayenne pepper gives these cocoa almonds a metabolism-boosting kick. Store in an airtight container.

Preparation: 5 minutes
Cooking: 10 minutes
Total: 20 minutes

Serves: 4 persons

Ingredients

4
cups raw unsalted almonds
2
tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1
teaspoon granular sucralose sweetener (such as Splenda®)
1
teaspoon cayenne pepper

Instructions

Step 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Place the almonds in a single layer on a rimmed baking tray.
Step 2
Bake in the preheated oven for 5 minutes. Stir and continue baking until fragrant and toasty, about 5 minutes more. Let cool on tray for 2 minutes; pour into a bowl.
Step 3
Add cocoa powder, sucralose, and cayenne pepper. Stir with a spatula until well coated. Pour almonds back onto the baking tray to cool completely.