Description
Sugar & Spice Party Nuts are a delightful and easy-to-make snack perfect for gatherings. This recipe combines a mix of almonds, pecans, and walnuts coated in a luscious buttery, sugary, and spiced glaze featuring cinnamon and a hint of cayenne pepper for a subtle kick. Baked to golden perfection, these nuts make a flavorful treat that’s both sweet and spicy.
Ingredients
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Nuts
- 2 cups mixed nuts (almonds, pecans, walnuts)
Glaze
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the nuts.
- Melt the butter: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter until fully liquid and warm.
- Make the spice mixture: Stir in the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, cayenne pepper, and salt into the melted butter, blending well until the mixture is smooth and evenly combined.
- Coat the nuts: Add the mixed nuts to the saucepan and stir thoroughly to coat each nut evenly with the spiced butter and sugar mixture.
- Prepare for baking: Spread the coated nuts out in a single layer on a baking sheet to ensure even roasting.
- Bake the nuts: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, stirring the nuts every 5 minutes to prevent burning and promote even browning.
- Cool and serve: Remove the nuts from the oven once they turn golden brown and aromatic. Allow them to cool completely on the baking sheet before serving or storing.
Notes
- Stirring the nuts every 5 minutes during baking is essential to prevent burning and ensures even caramelization.
- Let the nuts cool completely; they will crisp up further as they cool.
- Store cooled nuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.
- You can adjust the cayenne pepper to make the recipe more or less spicy according to your taste preferences.
