They definitely can be. Personally they're only bad when untoasted, because they provide an incompatible flavour profile & texture. A minute in the toaster balances it out for me, but I can understand it's not for everyone & definitely shouldn't be a default.They definitely can be. Personally they're only bad when untoasted, because they provide an incompatible flavour profile & texture. A minute in the toaster balances it out for me, but I can understand it's not for everyone & definitely shouldn't be a default.