Sweet Spicy Roasted Nuts (Print Version)

Crunchy nuts coated in sweet and spicy flavors, perfect for snacking or gifting.

# What You'll Need:

→ Nuts

01 - 1 cup raw almonds
02 - 1 cup raw cashews
03 - 1 cup raw pecans
04 - 1 cup raw walnuts

→ Coating

05 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
06 - 1/3 cup maple syrup or honey
07 - 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
08 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
09 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
10 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
11 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust heat to preference)
12 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Whisk together melted butter, maple syrup or honey, brown sugar, kosher salt, cinnamon, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and black pepper in a large bowl until smooth.
03 - Add almonds, cashews, pecans, and walnuts to the bowl and toss thoroughly to coat evenly with the mixture.
04 - Spread the coated nuts in a single, even layer on the prepared baking sheet.
05 - Roast nuts in the oven for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until golden brown and fragrant.
06 - Remove from oven and cool completely on the baking sheet to allow nuts to crisp. Break apart any clusters and transfer to an airtight container for storage.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Perfect balance of sweetness and heat
  • Great for parties gifts or healthy snacks
02 -
  • Substitute any nuts you prefer (e.g. hazelnuts macadamia)
  • For extra heat add more cayenne or a pinch of chili flakes
03 -
  • Use parchment paper to prevent sticking and easy cleanup
  • Stir halfway through roasting to ensure even cooking
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