Smoked Almonds

Savor these homemade smoked almonds' rich, smoky flavor. Ideal as a tasty snack or as a charming addition to your cheese board.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups whole almonds
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt

Instructions:

Set the smoker's temperature to 225F 107C

Toss almonds with olive oil in a bowl until thoroughly coated

Combine the sea salt, cayenne pepper, onion, garlic, and smoked paprika in a different bowl

Toss the almonds until they are evenly coated after adding the spice mixture

Arrange the seasoned almonds in a single layer on a smoker rack or tray

After the smoker is heated, place the rack inside and smoke for thirty minutes

To ensure even smoking, check the almonds halfway through and give them a gentle stir

Before serving, take the smoked almonds out of the smoker and allow them to cool fully