Sweet Spicy Roasted Nuts (Printable)

Crunchy nuts glazed with sweet and spicy flavors, roasted to a delightful crispiness.

# Ingredient list:

→ Nuts

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

→ Glaze

05 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
06 - 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
07 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar
08 - 1 teaspoon sea salt
09 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
10 - 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, adjust to taste
11 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
12 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

# Cooking steps:

01 - Set the oven to 350°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, mix together almonds, cashews, pecans, and walnuts.
03 - Whisk melted butter, maple syrup or honey, brown sugar, sea salt, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, and black pepper until thoroughly blended.
04 - Pour the glaze over the nuts and toss to ensure even coating on all pieces.
05 - Spread glazed nuts in a single layer on the prepared sheet.
06 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until nuts turn golden and emit a fragrant aroma.
07 - Remove the nuts from the oven and allow to cool completely, letting the glaze harden.
08 - Break apart any clusters and keep in an airtight container for freshness.

# Expert advice:

01 -
  • Perfect for snacking
  • Great for parties or homemade gifts
02 -
  • Swap in peanuts hazelnuts or macadamias as desired
  • For extra heat add more cayenne or a pinch of chili flakes
03 -
  • Use parchment paper to prevent sticking
  • Stir halfway through roasting for even cooking
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