Description
Homemade spiced nuts create a delightful snack packed with aromatic flavors from multiple spices. Crunchy, perfectly seasoned nuts deliver a warm, satisfying experience for hungry guests and casual gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups mixed nuts (almonds, cashews, pecans, walnuts)
- 1 egg white
- 2 tbsps brown sugar
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Preparation: Warm the oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper, creating an ideal roasting surface for the nuts.
- Spice Mixture: Whip the egg white into a frothy consistency, then blend with brown sugar, maple syrup, and a medley of aromatic spices until a glossy, uniform coating emerges.
- Coating Process: Immerse the mixed nuts in the spice mixture, ensuring each nut is completely enveloped by the fragrant glaze, using a spatula or hands to distribute evenly.
- Roasting: Spread the coated nuts in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, then roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes. Midway through, gently stir to promote uniform toasting and prevent burning.
- Cooling and Storage: After removing from the oven, let the nuts rest on the baking sheet, allowing them to crisp and cool completely. Once cooled, transfer to an airtight container to maintain their crunchy texture and robust flavor for up to two weeks.
Notes
- Manage Moisture Levels: Pat nuts dry before coating to prevent soggy texture and ensure crisp, even roasting.
- Customize Spice Blend: Experiment with different spice combinations like smoked paprika, cardamom, or cayenne to create unique flavor profiles matching personal taste preferences.
- Control Roasting Temperature: Watch nuts closely during baking to prevent burning; lower heat ensures gradual caramelization and prevents bitter, overcooked nuts.
- Storage Strategy: Keep cooled spiced nuts in a sealed container at room temperature, separating layers with parchment paper to maintain crunchiness and prevent clumping.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9
- Calories: 185
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 112 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg