Directions

1. Place coconut sugar, hot sauce, cayenne, paprika, chili powder and garlic powder in a saucepot. Gently stir to combine and bring to a boil.

2. Add almonds, reduce heat to medium. Continuously stir almonds and seasonings/liquid for approximately 2-3 minutes to fully coat and glaze/caramelize the almonds.

3. Remove glazed almonds from saucepot and transfer to a parchment-lined sheet pan.

4. Separate the glazed almonds and allow to cool to room temperature and harden.

5. Place almonds in a mixing bowl. Add cheddar cheese powder and toss to evenly combine.

6. Place Nashville Hot Almonds in a sealed container and store at room temperature.