Maple Cayenne Almonds

Adapted from mauiflourchild.com Balsamic Honey Roasted Almonds

2 c peeled almonds***
1 Tbsp Cayenne Oil
2Tbsp Pure Maple Balsamic Vinegar
2 Tbsp Honey
1 tsp sugar
1/2 tsp sea salt
pinch of cayenne pepper

Peeled Almonds:
Drop almonds into a large pot of boiling water. Cover and boil for 1 minute. Drain almonds and rinse in cool water. When cool enough to handle, squeeze almonds to remove peel.

Glaze:
In a saucepan over low, combine oil, vinegar, & honey, stirring constantly. Remove from heat when it starts to bubble. Allow to thicken and cool for approximately 10 minutes. Add peeled almonds and stir to coat.

Place almonds on parchment lined baking sheet in a single layer. Bake in 350 degree oven for 7 minutes. Stir almonds. Bake for 7 more minutes and remove from oven. Stir almonds and drizzle with salt, sugar and cayenne. Allow almonds to cool before serving or storing.