Fitness with Flavor

Jerk-Crusted Almonds

Makes 8 ounces

The beauty of this recipe is its versatility; using the nuts and egg whites as a base you can add any number of spices or seasonings to perk up plain nuts.

• 8 oz. unsalted almonds (whole or sliced)
• 1 oz. jerk seasoning
• 1 egg white, unbeaten
• 1 tsp. cinnamon
• 2 oz. honey or Splenda
• Pam nonstick cooking spray

1.   In a bowl, mix almonds with jerk seasoning, cinnamon and Honey/Splenda

2.   Slowly add egg white until nuts are evenly coated

3.   Spray cooking spray on a cookie sheet and then spread the nuts in an even layer

4.   Bake at 350 F, mixing every 10 minutes until nuts are toasted and dry, about 25-30 minutes