Honey roasted almonds | Food-4Tots | Recipes for Toddlers (2024)

13 September 2010 | 52 comments
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Although toddlers eat smaller portion than adults do, they definitely need more energy and nutrient to support their rapid growth. From this aspect, snacks can play a significant role in fortifying their dietary requirements. Hence, parents and caretaker need to prepare snacks that are as healthy as possible. It’s also important to keep the serving size small andplan the serving timewell too so that it will not affectour children’s appetite for theirthree main meals.

Sincemy son is no longer allergic to nuts, I love to offer him roasted nuts for snack. Besides cashew nuts, recently Ialso startedtoroast almonds for my family.For that,I must thankone of my readers (whom I will introduce later) for her generous sharing of a great recipe and tips.

Compared to most other nuts, almond is packed with a lot more essential nutrients. It’s rich in Vitamin E, monounsaturated fat, calcium, phosphorous, iron and magnesium. It also contains zinc, selenium, copper and niacin. There are dozen of health benefits from eating almonds. Some of them areas below:

good for brain
good for heart
improves skin complexion (Maybe I should spend more on almonds than my beauty products)
regulates cholesterol
regulates blood pressure
prevention of cancer
protection against diabetes
good in pregnancy (because of its folic acid)
reduces weight
prevention of constipation
boosts energy (due to the presence of manganese, copper and Riboflavin (vitamin B2))

Below are some interesting and usefulinformationabout almonds:

Howmany almonds should we eat daily?

The Dietary Guidelines for Americans suggested that the ideal daily portion for almonds is one good-sized handful, or about 23 almonds (equals to 1 ounce).

What is the best way to eat almonds?

It is best to eat them whole and natural (together with the skin), unsalted or roasted. A study published in the Journal of Nutrition found that the flavonoids found in almond skins team up with the vitamin E found in their meat will provide more than double the antioxidant punch.
You can eat soak raw almonds overnight. Soaking them overnight unlocks much more of the nutritional benefits of the nut. (Thanks to Starsapphire for her kind comment!) You can read more about benefits of soaking almonds and its procedure at this link.

How to buy:

Choose almonds that look uniform in color and not limp or shriveled. They should smell sweet and nutty. If their odour is sharp or bitter, they are rancid.
Avoid those with foreign materials such as twigs or stones.
It is preferable to purchase them in sealed container rather than those sold in bulk bins as they may be exposed to heat and light for unknown period.

How to store:

Since almonds have a high fat content, it is important to store them in a cool, dry place, away from heat sources, and avoiding prolonged exposure to direct sunlight.
According to Board of Almonds California, whole natural almonds (in unopened packages) can be stored in cool and dry conditions (<40°F and <65% relative humidity) for about 2 years with no significant loss in quality.
Once packaged almonds are opened, be sure to store in an airtight container or sealed baggie with air squeezed out in a cool, dry, dark place (ideally in the refrigerator) and use within three months.
Keeping almonds in the freezer extends their shelf life. For storage in the freezer, package the almonds in air-tight bag to protect them against ice formation and moisture that can result in mold growing on them.
Avoid exposure to strong odors (pungent food such as fish and onions) as almonds can absorb odors of other materials if exposed for prolonged periods.
Roasted almonds must be protected from oxygen. Storage containers, re-sealable plastic bags, and vacuum packaging are all good options.

Although almonds may sound ideal to our health, they have their own cons as well. They contain oxalates and excessive oxalates can cause crystallization. So people having kidney or gallbladder problems should avoid eating almonds. Besides that, just like other nuts, it may pose allergic issues and choking hazard to babies and toddlers (below five years old). Parents and caretakers should exercise extra care when introducing nuts to their children.

For further reading references, please refer to:
–Health Benefits of Almonds (by Organic Facts)
– Almonds on the Go (by Food Fit)
– Almonds (by WHFoods)
– Almonds Lifestyle (by Almonds Board of California)

This honey roasted almonds recipe is shared by my reader KY who had personally tried and tested it herself. She told me thatthis recipewas proven quick (only 20-25 minutes), easy (just a few simple ingredients) and yummilious. That’s why sheenjoyed making them for her family from time to time even though she is a busy working mom.

After trying it out myself, Ican’t agreemorewith KY. Yeah, it is a MUST TRY recipe for nut lovers!!My family loved it very much.When I laid the roastedalmondson thegrease-proof paper to cool down, both my hubby and sonwere poised to “attack” those crunchy and flavourful almonds. The temptation is so irresistable!! (Please be warned that munching almonds can be addictive!!) For those who prefera healthy version, just omit the sugar/ saltmixture and roast the almonds plain. The taste is good too. If you haven’t included almonds in your family’s diet, then better hurry andgive this recipe a try.

>>> Click on PAGE 2for Honey Roasted Almonds recipe and step-by-step photos ……………..

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52 Comments

lisaiscooking says:
13 September 2010 at 11:21 pm
Nuts are a great snack. I always have good engery after a handful of nuts, and these look delicious!
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- food-4tots says:
  15 September 2010 at 12:22 am
  Lisa: Yeah, they are great energy booster! 😉
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starsapphire says:
13 September 2010 at 11:23 pm
Hi there, thanks for the recipe.
You could also try eating soaked raw almonds as well. Soaking them overnight unlocks much more of the nutritional benefits of the nut 🙂
http://www.buzzle.com/articles/benefits-of-soaking-almonds-in-water.html
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- food-4tots says:
  15 September 2010 at 12:26 am
  Starsapphire: You’re welcome. Thanks for sharing such a great article!! I will include it in my post. 😉
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FoodieAnn says:
13 September 2010 at 11:26 pm
Wow this is plethora of info about almonds…will never look at almonds the same way…
Awesome pictures as usual…:)
Cheers,
Ann
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- food-4tots says:
  15 September 2010 at 12:42 am
  FoodieAnn: Yeah, they are superfood that we should not miss out in our diet. Thanks for your compliment! 😉
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MaryMoh says:
14 September 2010 at 1:44 am
Love this post….very informative. Love those honey roasted almonds. It looks very addictive. I’ll definitely over shoot my daily requirement when I start eating 😀
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- food-4tots says:
  15 September 2010 at 12:42 am
  Mary Moh: Thanks! Yes, they are indeed very addictive! 😉
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Joanne says:
14 September 2010 at 1:45 am
You are definitely giving your son the maximum nutrition with these bad boys! Nuts are such amazing superfoods!
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- food-4tots says:
  15 September 2010 at 12:44 am
  Joanne: Yeah, you said it all! 😉
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pigpigscorner says:
14 September 2010 at 2:04 am
I don’t think I can stop snacking on these!
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- food-4tots says:
  15 September 2010 at 12:45 am
  Pigpigscorner: Time to forget about the calories first. Hahaha! 😉
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tigerfish says:
14 September 2010 at 6:36 am
Yep, starsaphhire is right about the soaking. Then make your own almond milk 😉
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- food-4tots says:
  15 September 2010 at 12:45 am
  Tigerfish: Thanks! Maybe I should try making almond milk one day. 😉
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Esther says:
14 September 2010 at 7:10 am
It was very interesting to read all about almonds. 🙂 I never knew that they were bad for you too though. I only knew that eating too many would mean too much fat. I know that if I made these though, I would probably eat a whole jar. haha
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- food-4tots says:
  15 September 2010 at 1:00 am
  Esther: Glad you like this recipe. As mentiond in this link (http://www.foodfit.com/centers/almond/healthsnack.asp), almonds contain monounsaturated fat which is considered “good” fat for our body. They keep our heart healthy and lower our cholesterol. They also make up all your cell membranes. So if you eat them according to the best way suggested in my post, you will get to enjoy the health benefits provided by almonds. 😉
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Little Inbox says:
14 September 2010 at 8:48 am
This is so healthy, I must consider it as our snack since it has so much of nutrition. 🙂
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- food-4tots says:
  15 September 2010 at 1:02 am
  Little Inbox: This snack is not considered healthy as it contains sugar/ salt mixture. But it is definitely a better choice than those junk food, right?
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Kitchen Corner says:
14 September 2010 at 12:15 pm
There looks nice sitting on the paper boat! Interesting!
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- food-4tots says:
  15 September 2010 at 1:02 am
  Kitchen Corner: Thanks!! 😉
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noobcook says:
14 September 2010 at 12:53 pm
this looks healthy and yummy. what a great snack!
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- food-4tots says:
  15 September 2010 at 1:05 am
  Noobcook: It is definitely a great snack to get picky eaters to eat almonds. 😉
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Angie's Recipes says:
14 September 2010 at 5:17 pm
I can’t wait to try it! Looks super!
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- food-4tots says:
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  15 September 2010 at 1:06 am
  Angie: Looking forward to hearing your feedback. 😉
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Alice says:
14 September 2010 at 5:36 pm
Looks so yummy! Even though I am not a big fan of almond but yours really look good….! A great snack for my boy too! 🙂
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- food-4tots says:
  15 September 2010 at 1:07 am
  Alice: Great snack for both of you as almonds are very nutritious. Hope Sean loves it! 😉
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Christine@Christine's Recipes says:
14 September 2010 at 10:09 pm
Super yummy snack! I think I can’t stop eating all of them once I start eating the first one. 🙂
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- food-4tots says:
  15 September 2010 at 1:16 am
  Christine: Thanks! Yeah, I can’t agree more. 😉
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LCOM says:
15 September 2010 at 3:51 am
Delicious and healthy snack! Love how you served it in colorful paper boats.
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- food-4tots says:
  16 September 2010 at 11:39 pm
  LCOM: Thanks! Hahaha! It’s just for fun. I made extra for my son too as he loved playing these paper boats. 😉
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mycookinghut says:
15 September 2010 at 4:26 am
I love nuts and these look like something that I will be so addicted to!!
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- food-4tots says:
  16 September 2010 at 11:39 pm
  Lee Mei (MCH): Yeah, I bet you will. 😉
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KY says:
16 September 2010 at 11:36 am
Hi LK,
Bet you must have spent many hours to get all those facts and info on almonds for this post. My pleasure to share this recipe with you and the rest. Good food is for sharing, right? Your almonds definitely look tempting… I do agree that these almonds serve as better snack food than others in the shelves. Don’t mind the sugar and salt, though! As usual, your food presentation and photos do not fail my expectation.
Rgds,
KY
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- food-4tots says:
  16 September 2010 at 11:46 pm
  KY: Yeah, the more we share the more we get! Keep on sharing!! Hope you will find the facts and info on almonds helpful to you. Thanks a lot for your wonderful compliment and kind support. 😉
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Dora says:
19 September 2010 at 1:07 pm
Nice healthy snack for everyone!
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- food-4tots says:
  21 September 2010 at 10:01 am
  Dora: Yeah, hope it will be everyone favourite. 😉
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Mika says:
24 September 2010 at 5:05 pm
Oh, I can imagine how good these are…when I start eating nuts I can’t stop, I have to finish them…I always eat them as they are, but I have to try your way, looks delicious…
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- food-4tots says:
  24 September 2010 at 5:26 pm
  Mika: Hope you will like it. Happy trying! 🙂
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Imwaytoobusy says:
3 November 2010 at 9:17 am
Wow, these look delicious! I am a sucker for glazed/flavored nuts. I will have to give these a try!
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- food-4tots says:
  3 November 2010 at 11:10 pm
  Imwaytoobusy: Thanks! Hope you will like it! 😉
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Health benefits of almonds says:
2 July 2011 at 10:00 pm
Very delicious.I am just a lover of almonds.its delicious taste is wonderful.It is so healthy to have almonds in our diet .
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- food-4tots says:
  4 July 2011 at 9:31 pm
  HBOA: Thanks for dropping by and your kind comment!
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Karyn says:
15 October 2012 at 5:43 pm
Hi, Do i need to rinse the almond first? Mine is Raw Almond bought from market.
And, can you suggest which brand of almond to buy?
Thank you
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- food-4tots says:
  15 October 2012 at 7:30 pm
  Karyn: Yes, you can. After rinsing, pat dry with kitchen towel. I source my raw almonds from different places. Sometimes, I used organic nuts too. 🙂
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Karyn says:
16 October 2012 at 9:55 am
Thank you :), I am a big fan of you, please share with us more recipe
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Shama says:
9 September 2013 at 2:49 pm
Have been searching for this recipe for long….thanx….loved the boxed ones, but want to try fresh homemade ones…..yummmm…
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- food-4tots says:
  15 September 2013 at 9:15 pm
  Shanna: Happy trying! 🙂
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Shirley says:
25 January 2014 at 9:34 am
Do I have to preheat the oven?
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- food-4tots says:
  27 January 2014 at 11:21 am
  Shirley: No, you can start with a cold oven. 🙂
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Charis says:
5 October 2016 at 2:22 pm
Hi you mentioned that there are many benefits if the almonds are soaked first. Do we soak the almonds overnight before patting time dry to oven them as per your recipe? Thank you for sharing! Love your recipes!
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- food-4tots says:
  10 October 2016 at 11:53 am
  Charis: Glad you love my recipes! I usually don’t soak them overnight before roasting. I think it sounds feasible to do so. However, you may need to pat them dry first, bake at a lower temperature until the almonds are thoroughly dry before roasting them. 🙂
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Vitamin and Minerals

Above all though the exact amounts vary by type of nut, honey-roasted nuts are generally an excellent source of iron, magnesium, potassium and folate. Iron is an essential element therefor to keep your blood oxygenated.

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How many roasted almonds should you eat? ›

23 almonds a day.

When compared ounce for ounce, almonds are the tree nut highest in protein, fiber, calcium, vitamin E, riboflavin and niacin. 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.

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Are roasted almonds a healthy snack? ›

Roasted almonds are rich in healthy fats, protein, and fiber while low in carbohydrates.

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How to give almonds to toddlers? ›

We'd recommend starting with other nuts before offering almonds. To model how to eat almonds safely, start by telling the child: "This is a hard one. Watch me." Then, show your toddler how to place the nut in-between your front teeth. Hold the nut between your teeth and exaggerate taking a small bite of the nut.

Does roasting almonds remove toxins? ›

Bitter almonds are those that naturally contain a toxin that your body breaks down into cyanide — a compound that can cause poisoning and even death. For this reason, raw bitter almonds should not be eaten. Boiling, roasting, or microwaving bitter almonds may help reduce their toxin content and make them safer to eat.

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Which is healthier, raw or roasted almonds? ›

Both Have a Similar Nutrient Content

Although, roasted nuts have slightly more fat and calories per gram, but the difference is minimal. One ounce (28 grams) of raw almonds contains 161 calories and 14 grams of fat, whereas the same amount of dry-roasted almonds contains 167 calories and 15 grams of fat (8, 9).

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Can I snack on almonds all day? ›

Almonds are nutrient-rich and calorie-dense. A one-ounce serving provides you with 165 calories and six grams of protein. They are rich in good fats (polyunsaturated fatty acids or PUFA) and fiber. Hence, you must not exceed your daily calorie requirements while snacking on almonds.

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Does roasting almonds remove nutrition? ›

In Summary. Although the nutritional value of raw and roasted nuts are not significantly different, during the roasting process some antioxidant and vitamin levels are shown to have decreased. This depends, however, on the roasting temperature, time and type of nut.

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How many almonds can a 2 year old eat? ›

For toddlers (ages 1-3): 3–4 almonds per day is a suitable amount. For children (ages 4-8): 5-8 almonds per day are typically considered safe. For older children (ages 9-18): 8–10 almonds per day can be a reasonable limit.

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What are the best nuts for toddlers? ›

You can also soak cashews and chop them for an even softer option. Roasted sunflower seeds are a good option from about 2.5/3 years and up. I'd do pumpkin seeds a little later than that since they can be hard to chew. Halved cashews, walnuts, or peanuts are a good option for kids about 3 + years.

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Why kids should eat almonds? ›

They are packed with protein, healthy fats, fibre, vitamins, and minerals such as calcium, iron, and zinc. Boost Brain Development: Almonds are also known to improve brain function and development in children due to their high content of vitamin E and other antioxidants.

Are roasted almonds healthier than regular almonds? ›

In general, nuts in both forms are packed with nutrition and the difference is not a big one. However, if you have to make a choice, go for the raw ones as they are a little healthier than roasted nuts. Make sure the nuts you buy are not high on salt or any other condiment.

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Are flavored almonds healthy? ›

While both roasted and flavored almonds can be a tasty and healthy snack, remember that these can include unhealthy oils, added salt and sugar, which can contribute to increased blood sugars, blood pressure, inflammation and even cholesterol due to the added oils.

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Are honey roasted almonds good for diabetics? ›

Almonds may be beneficial if you have diabetes because they might reduce a spike in blood sugar and insulin levels, and they're rich in magnesium.

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Are honey roasted walnuts good for you? ›

An amazing source of antioxidants and healthy fats, our Honey Roasted Walnuts are a heart-strengthening, brain-boosting superfood. As nutritious as they are delicious, they're a perfect snack for your whole family!

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