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Cocoa Dusted Almonds

Any easy way to satisfy your sweet fix. Almonds get roasted until crunchy and then tossed with cocoa powder and confectioners' sugar. Pack a few in school lunches or enjoy them as a late afternoon chocolatey treat. 

Course Snack, Dessert
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 13 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings 5 one-quarter scant cup servings
Calories 129 kcal
Author Katie Morford

Ingredients

  • 1 cup raw almonds
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons confectioners' sugar
  • 1/8 teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Cover a baking sheet with parchment or a silicone baking mat

  2. Pile the almonds onto the baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Toss to evenly coat. Bake for 13 minutes. 

  3. While the almonds bake, in a medium bowl, whisk together the cocoa powder, confectioners' sugar, and salt. 

  4. When the almonds are done, transfer immediately to the bowl and toss until evenly coated with the cocoa mixture. Return to the baking sheet to cool. Store in a container with a tight lid.