Maple-Cinnamon Almonds

🥘 Ingredients

• maple syrup ¼ cup
• butter 3 Tbsp
• sugar 2 Tbsp
• cinnamon 1 ½ tsp
• salt ¼ tsp
• blanched whole almonds 1 lb
• crystallized sugar (optional) ¼ cup

1. 1

   *Look for crystallized sugar where either gourmet coffees or cake decorating supplies are sold.
2. 2

   Preheat oven to 325°F. Line two 15 X 10 X 1-inch jelly-roll pans with foil .
3. 3

   Combine maple syrup , butter , sugar , cinnamon , and salt in heavy medium saucepan . Bring to a boil over high heat, stirring frequently. Boil 30 seconds . Remove from heat; stir in blanched whole almonds with wooden spoon , tossing to coat evenly.
4. 4

   Spread almond mixture in single layer in one prepared pan. Bake about 40 minutes or until almonds are crisp and dry, stirring every 15 minutes.
5. 5

   Immediately transfer almonds to remaining prepared pan; sprinkle evenly with crystallized sugar (optional) . Cool completely. Store in airtight container at room temperature.
6. 6

   Note: If almonds become tacky upon storing, place on baking sheet lined with foil. Bake at 325°F 15 to 20 minutes; cool.