Recipe for Salted Almonds - Very simple and tasteful recipe (Nordic style) (2024)

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Super simple and easy recipe for Salted Almonds. Salted almonds is perfect snack for parties, when having guest over or as a healthy snack at the office. Super easy to make.

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These salted almonds are super simple to make and they are very delicious. We normally use these almonds as a pre-dinner snack when having guests or pack them in small bag and bring them to work. They are perfect as a healthy snack in the late afternoon when you are just really hungry and the dinner is still hours away.

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These homemade salted almonds are simple to make and it takes only about 40 minutes to make a batch. First let the almonds soak in a brine for about 20 minutes and then bake them in the oven for about 20 minutes - and that's it.

If you are more into a sweet almond snack I would like to recommend these sugar roasted almonds which is a traditional Nordic treat especially during Christmas and the winter months.

They are also super delicious and great as a snack for special occasions.

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Salted Almonds

Super simple and easy recipe for Salted Almonds. Salted almonds is perfect snack for parties, when having guest over or as a healthy snack at the office. Super easy to make.

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Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 40 minutes minutes

Total Time: 50 minutes minutes

Course: Snack

Cuisine: Danish

Keyword: Healthy snack

Servings: 200 grams

Author: NordicFoodLiving.com

Ingredients

Metric - US Customary

  • 200 g almonds
  • 4 tbsp salt
  • 2 dl boiling water

Instructions

  • Boil 2 dl (1 cup) of water and dissolve 4 tablespoons of salt in it. Turn off the heat.

  • Pour the almonds into the water and let them soak for about 20 minutes.

  • Drain the water from the almonds. Place the almonds in an even layer on an oven tray/pan lined with baking paper.

  • Sprinkle the almonds with some extra salt and bake them at 150 C (300 F) for about 20 minutes.



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  1. David

    I'm from Scotland, and have been looking out for salted almonds after reading that they go well with a glass of Sherry. I have only been able to find unsalted, so I'll have to try this out. Cheers!

    Reply

    • Kim Nielsen

      HI David. I happy that you find my recipe- They are very simple to make and they have a great salt taste. I hope you like them. :-) Regards Kim

      Reply

      • Angela

        Recipe for Salted Almonds - Very simple and tasteful recipe (Nordic style) (11)
        Really easy to make and taste great

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        • Kim Nielsen

          Thanks. I am happy that you like the recipe for salted almonds :-) Regards Kim (NordicFoodLiving.com)

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          • Swara

            I have tried this recipe twice or thrice and it always tastes soo good🤩🤩 it's a very good snack to munch on😋😋

          • John

            Recipe for Salted Almonds - Very simple and tasteful recipe (Nordic style) (12)
            Even better with a G&T at XMas!!
            I made them in my new air frier. Worked perfectly!

  2. Sed

    Hello,
    This sounds yummy, Have you by any chance tried the soaking in brine process with other nuts and seeds such as shelled sunflower and pumpkin seeds or hazelnuts?
    I'm curious if it would be the same technique

    Reply

    • Kim Nielsen

      Hi Sean. They are really good and easy to make. I've never tried the soak in brine for other nuts but I can only imagine that I will work for other nuts as well. I've a plan that I will try to make some different types of nuts for the coming new year eve

      Reply

    • Rose Clark

      Recipe for Salted Almonds - Very simple and tasteful recipe (Nordic style) (13)
      I've been making these for a while after finding this recipe. They are amazing. Perfect with a beer.I always make these for when we have friends over & I'm always asked"where did I buy them from".
      You have to try these. So easy to do too.

      Reply

  3. Penny

    Delighted to find this recipe, just back from Norway and loved the way they put these salted almonds on the table at the start of a meal. Thank you!

    Reply

  4. Melody`

    I love the fact that there's no additional oil to be added--all of the other recipes I've found have called for the hot, roasted nuts to be tossed in a bit of oil before cooling. Who needs it!!!!!

    Reply

  5. Eve Campbell

    What is a d liter????

    Reply

    • Kim Nielsen

      HI. That is a deciliter (dl), the most commend way of measuring volumen in Europe.

      Reply

      • Sheila

        Recipe for Salted Almonds - Very simple and tasteful recipe (Nordic style) (14)
        Made some for a friends get together. My friend said they were the best salted almonds she had ever had and asked where I bought them. Enough said 😀 tusinde tak, Kim

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        • Kim Nielsen

          You are welcome. I am just glad that you liked the salted almonds :-) Regards Kim (NordicFoodLiving.com)

          Reply

  6. Eve Campbell

    What sort of cup? A usa measured cup?
    That will not cover 7 ozs of almonds...!!!

    Reply

    • Kim Nielsen

      Hi. I think your are right, thanks for letting me know. I have updated my recipe.

      Reply

  7. Lorreen

    Very tasty thank you.

    Reply

  8. Dan

    Super easy to make and super tasty. Thanks for the recipe

    Am going to try with other nuts and also with some other seaoning too, like pepper and chilli

    Reply

  9. Judy

    Thanks you! I just made these and they are nice and salty! It really worked! Genius! I had tried a lot of recipes and am so glad this one really worked! Do you have one for salt and vinegar almonds?

    Reply

    • Kim Nielsen

      Thanks for your nice comment. I also like these a lot. I don't have a recipe for salt and vinegar almonds. However, if you find a good one please e-mail it to me :-D

      Reply

  10. Nunie Wallace

    I’m from central California in the San Juaquine Valley. We farm almonds. I’ve been roasting myself and have tried several different recipes, but......this one is by far the most delicious recipe yet. The nuts I roast are 100% raw so have a stronger almond flavor than store bought. All commercially sold almonds are pasteurized to a certain degree because they are shaken to the ground during harvest. Yes even “raw” store bought almonds have been pasturized if they come from America. I just absolutely love this recipe. The nuts are super crunchy and have the best salty goodness to them of all other recipes. Most recipes call for oil and that is what drew me to your recipe - no oil. Great Job! Thank you.

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    • Kim Nielsen

      I really happy that you like this recipe. I didn't know that store bought almonds are pasteurized. When I come to California again I'll absolutely try to get some real 'raw' almonds :-)

      Reply

      • Melissa

        How long will these almonds last in a sealed container?

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        • Kim Nielsen

          They will last for a very long time. Just look at the expiration date on the package which the almonds came in.

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    • MariTere

      Does the pasteurisation process apply to shell-on nuts, too?

      Reply

  11. Africa food Recipes

    This is a great recipe, thank you for sharing.

    Reply

  12. Vimal

    Came across this recipe and tried it immediately. They taste heavenly! I will be making these again and again.. Thank you very much for sharing it, Kim!

    Reply

    • Kim Nielsen

      I'm happy that you like the recipe. It's also one of my top favorites :-)

      Reply

  13. Steve

    These are awesome! I have been looking for a lower salt version than I can find in stores. This allows me to control the amount of salt that I put on and in the almonds. Made a batch following the recipe here and they are excellent! Then made another batch with less salt, but then also coated the almonds in maple syrup, a small amount of veg oil, 1/4 tsp chili powder, and 1/8 tsp cayenne powder. Sprinkled large grain sea salt before roasting. AMAZING!

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  14. matea

    just wanted to say that these are the best! i have made them for a few times now, and recommended this recipe to my friends! :) well done

    Reply

    • Kim Nielsen

      Thanks. I also really like them :-)

      Reply

  15. Fay

    Recipe for Salted Almonds - Very simple and tasteful recipe (Nordic style) (16)
    This is such a simple and tasty idea. Friends are always impressed when I say that I made these myself. Thanks for the recipe!

    Reply

  16. Ann$

    Fabulous!! Love the fact you use no oil. @Nunie Wallace that is very interesting information I am wondering if the almonds I got from Imperfect Produce have been pasteurized.

    Reply

  17. Lissy

    Recipe for Salted Almonds - Very simple and tasteful recipe (Nordic style) (17)
    Quick, easy, absolutely delicious. A joy to eat a healthy snack that has no hidden ingredients that are not good for you. Thank you for sharing.
    Only downside I can’t stop eating them!

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    • Kim Nielsen

      Thanks for your nice words. I am happy that you like the recipe. I have the same problem - I can't stop eating them :-)

      Reply

  18. Vanitha

    Hey Kim
    Tried out your receipe....the result was amazing... perfectly baked one...thank your for a wonderful receipe..

    Reply

    • Kim Nielsen

      You are very welcome. I'm just happy that you like the recipe :-)

      Reply

  19. Rashmi

    The recipe works beautifully. I’ve followed the same recipe with cashews n peanuts too. Added pepper to cashews. Thank u.

    Reply

    • Kim Nielsen

      You are welcome. I'm happy that you liked the recipe. Salted cashews! I have to try that!

      Reply

  20. Joe Pfeiler

    Recipe for Salted Almonds - Very simple and tasteful recipe (Nordic style) (18)
    My cousin farms almonds in Central California and he recently gave me a large batch. This recipe was a wonderful way to salt and roast them.

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  21. Kawoni

    I would love to try this recipe. I have sliced blanched almonds and not whole almonds. Should I make any alterations to the recipe to use with sliced almonds versus whole almonds?

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    • Kim Nielsen

      I've not tried to use sliced almonds. However, I would try just use the same recipe. I believe that should work. Regards Kim (NordicFoodLiving.com)

      Reply

  22. Melanie

    Hello
    I’m from Germany ant tried a lot recipes . But this be the one and only. It’s the best .
    Thanks for this great recipe
    Melanie

    Reply

    • Kim Nielsen

      Hi Melanie. I am happy that you like the recipe for salted almonds. Regards Kim (NordicFoodLiving.com)

      Reply

  23. Connie R Smith

    Love, love, love the nuts. Will never buy already salted nuts again. This recipe is just to easy and to good.

    Reply

  24. David

    Made these twice now, simple, quick and very tasty. Just a note re almonds, make sure they’re from a sustainable source - I understand many Californian growers use pesticides that are harmful to bees.

    Reply

  25. Bhajanlal

    Recipe for Salted Almonds - Very simple and tasteful recipe (Nordic style) (19)
    This is very nice way to make roasted almonds at home which is very easy and cheaper than the supermarket Thanks for recipes

    Reply

  26. Vibeke Vale

    Recipe for Salted Almonds - Very simple and tasteful recipe (Nordic style) (20)
    Tastes great, had to bake mine ten minutes longer to be done.

    Reply

  27. Brian

    Recipe for Salted Almonds - Very simple and tasteful recipe (Nordic style) (21)
    Nice 👍

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  28. Viki

    Hi, do you user normal table salt, or sea salt? I know sea salt is a lot stronger, so needed to check.

    Thanks

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    • Kim Nielsen

      I have used normal table salt. If you use sea salt then you can reduce the amount a little bit. Regards Kim (NordicFoodLiving.com)

      Reply

  29. Norma Zacks

    Recipe for Salted Almonds - Very simple and tasteful recipe (Nordic style) (22)
    I tried this recipe yesterday and am making another batch today. Need I say more! Wonderful recipe. Thanks so much for posting..

    Reply

    • Kim Nielsen

      You are welcome. I'm happy that you like the recipe for salted almonds :-) Regards Kim (NordicFoodLiving.com)

      Reply

      • Norma Zacks

        Hi Kim do you have a recipe for roasting and salting shelled peanuts?

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        • Kim Nielsen

          Hi Norma. No I don't have a recipe for roasting and salting peanuts. Regards Kim (NordicFoodLiving.com)

          Reply

  30. Graeme from Australia

    Have you used liquid smoke in the brine to add a Smokey flavour ( hickory) .?

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    • Kim Nielsen

      I have never tried to use liquid smoke (it is not a common ingredient here in Europe). I always bring back some bottles when I visit the states. I will try liquid smoke the next time I make a batch. Regards Kim (NordicFoodLiving.com)

      Reply

  31. Linda Mower

    Recipe for Salted Almonds - Very simple and tasteful recipe (Nordic style) (23)
    I have been buying those from the Grapetree and was disappointed to find they don't stock them anymore so I thought I'd give this a try. They are exactly the same as the ones I bought and even my husband who is not a salt fan can't leave them alone. I tried another recipe which used olive oil and salt instead of just salt and yours are by far the superior version. Thank you!

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    • Kim Nielsen

      Thanks for your nice comment. I am happy that you also like this recipe for salted almonds :-) Regards Kim (NordicFoodLiving.com)

      Reply

  32. Max Hinch

    Recipe for Salted Almonds - Very simple and tasteful recipe (Nordic style) (24)
    I'm a fussy eater and can't cook, but I can do these and I love them, I finally have access to a healthy protein that I like, thank you!

    Reply

  33. Shoshana

    Recipe for Salted Almonds - Very simple and tasteful recipe (Nordic style) (25)
    I have been making these almonds for years now, ABSOLUTELY BEST. Better than store bought and better than any other ecupe. Thank you!

    As I like sweet a d salty, I might experiment w adding some sugar to the water, but will try your sugar almond recipe first.

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FAQs

How do you get salt to stick to almonds? ›

Place nuts in a strainer and rinse well with filtered water. Make sure you get all the nuts wet as it is the water that helps the salt to stick. Place rinsed nuts in a bowl and toss well with sea salt.

Are salted almonds still good for you? ›

Roasted and salted almonds are low in carbs but high in protein and fiber. Protein and fiber can boost feelings of satiety. It could also assist you in consuming fewer calories. According to scientific studies, a daily 1.5-ounce (43-gram) part of roasted almonds can lower hunger and the desire to eat.

Do you salt almonds before or after roasting? ›

Spread onto a lined baking sheet. Bake at 375 for about 15 minutes, stirring at the halfway mark. After baking, coat the warm nuts with a bit of olive oil and a couple shakes of sea salt and let them cool. They soak up all that goodness and then look like the perfectly roasted almonds that they are.

How much salt to add to unsalted nuts? ›

Put about 4 cups (907 g) of raw nuts in a glass bowl. Cover the nuts with filtered water. Stir in 1 tablespoon (14.78 mL) of sea salt until the salt is mostly dissolved.

How much salt do you soak nuts in? ›

Dry nuts usually yield about 1/4 cup to 1/2 cup more when soaked. To soak nuts, seeds, legumes and grains, dissolve 1 tsp sea salt in a bowl of 2-3 cups of pure, warm water. Add your ingredients. Make sure there is enough water to cover them about 2 inches.

How many salted almonds can I eat a day? ›

Just remember 1-2-3. 1 ounce of almonds, or about 23 almond nuts, is the ideal daily portion recommended by the Dietary Guidelines for Americans.

What happens when we eat too much almonds? ›

When you consume too many almonds, your body absorbs too many minerals and vitamins, which can cause gastrointestinal issues like nausea, abdominal pain, diarrhoea, and constipation. Additionally, it could cause weight gain and obesity. It may cause serious allergies and conflict with your medications.

What is the healthiest nut to eat? ›

Most nuts appear to be generally healthy. But some may have more heart-healthy nutrients than others. For example, walnuts contain high amounts of omega-3 fatty acids. Almonds, macadamia nuts, hazelnuts and pecans also appear to be quite heart healthy.

Can you remove salt from salted almonds? ›

- Put the salted nuts into a fine mesh strainer or colander. This will allow water to flow through and rinse off the salt.

Can you rinse salt off almonds? ›

Of course, salt isn't necessarily bad for you, but you don't want the salt completely overpowering your taste buds. If they are really bad, you can do the rinsing technique, but make sure you follow up by toasting them in your oven to dry them out.

Why do you soak almonds before roasting? ›

Well soaking almonds helps to release enzymes which aid in digestion. It's also beneficial with the the digestion of fats. Monounsaturated fats help curb your appetite and keep you full. Help to reduce bad cholesterol and increase the good.

What happens if we eat almonds without soaking? ›

Reduced Anti-Nutrient Impact: Soaking almonds mitigates the impact of anti-nutrients like tannins and phytic acid found in the almond skin. These compounds, when present in excessive amounts, can interfere with the absorption of essential minerals. Soaking acts as a preventive measure against this interference.

How many almonds should I eat a day? ›

During an event on almonds, Ritika Samaddar, the Regional Head-Dietetics, Max Healthcare addressed this dilemma. She said, that for adults, eating 20-25 almonds a day is a healthy intake of nuts. For children, it limit of around 10 is a decent approach.

Why are my roasted almonds chewy? ›

Bake 15 minutes at 350°. I usually take them out and give them a stir about halfway through (because coconut oil is hard at first, stirring helps the oil to be evenly distributed). Let your almonds cool completely before enjoying them. They will be weird and chewy until they are cool.

How to get seasoning to stick to smoked almonds? ›

Alternatively, you could also give them a quick mist with some cooking spray which would minimize the amount of oil needed and allow the seasonings to adhere. I would suggest this method if you are using pre-roasted nuts so that you don't risk turning them bitter by heating them too much.

How do they make salt stick to peanuts? ›

It turns out it's as simple as a high school science class. According to Tom, they begin with raw (unroasted) peanuts which are loaded into 1,000-pound vats called hoppers. Then the hoppers are filled with a simple brine made from water and salt (about 1% to 2% salt by weight—the exact amount is a trade secret).

Do you need salt to activate almonds? ›

DIY activated almonds:

Place your raw almonds (not roasted or salted) in a nice big bowl and add enough water to cover them well because they will plump up. For every cup of nuts add 1 teaspoon of salt. Leave them to soak overnight or for around 12 – 14 hours.

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