Cinnamon Toasted Almonds

Crunchy, cinnamon almonds are a spectacular treat to take to a party or gathering. They taste just like the almonds you get at the county fair.

2 large egg whites
6 tsp. pure vanilla extract
4 cups unblanched almonds
⅓ cup sugar
⅓ cup brown sugar, packed
1 tsp. sea salt
½ tsp. ground cinnamon

Preheat an oven to 300°F (150°C/130°C fan, Gas Mark 2). Grease 2 (15x10x1”) baking pans.

In a large bowl, beat egg whites until frothy; beat in vanilla. Add almonds; stir gently to coat. Combine the sugars, salt and cinnamon; add to nut mixture and stir gently to coat.

Spread evenly in prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until almonds are crisp, stirring once. Cool. Store in an airtight container.

Makes about 4 cups.

Nutritional Information:
¼ cup: 250 calories, 18g fat (1g saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 166mg sodium, 16g carbohydrate (10g sugars, 4g fiber), 8g protein.