Spiced Maple-Nut Mix Recipe
This Spiced Nuts Recipe offers a deliciously crunchy and flavorful mix of almonds, pecans, cashews, pistachios, and pumpkin seeds coated in a blend of maple syrup, rosemary, curry powder, and cayenne pepper. Ideal as a snack or party appetizer, these nuts are oven-toasted to golden perfection with a hint of savory and spicy notes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Total Time: 30-35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 6 cups 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Nuts and Seeds
- 1 cup raw almonds
- 1 cup raw pecans
- 1 cup raw cashews
- ¾ cup raw shelled pistachios
- ⅔ cup raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
Spices and Syrup
- 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1¼ teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon curry powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ¾ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Flaky sea salt (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Heat your oven to 325°F (163ºC) and prepare a baking sheet by coating it lightly with nonstick spray to prevent sticking during toasting.
- Mix Coating: In a large bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, dried rosemary, curry powder, kosher salt, and cayenne pepper until combined to create a flavorful spiced syrup.
- Coat Nuts: Add all the raw nuts and seeds to the bowl and toss thoroughly to ensure every piece is evenly coated with the spiced syrup mixture.
- Arrange on Sheet: Spread the coated nuts evenly over the prepared baking sheet, making sure they form a single layer for consistent baking.
- Season Optional: Sprinkle flaky sea salt on top if you desire an extra burst of salty crunch and flavor.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the oven and toast the nuts for 20 to 25 minutes until they turn golden brown, stirring carefully a couple of times during baking to avoid burning and to ensure even cooking.
- Cool: Remove the nuts from the oven and allow them to cool completely on the baking sheet. This is essential for the coating to set properly.
- Store: Use a metal spatula to gently scrape the cooled nuts off the sheet, then transfer them to an airtight container and store at room temperature for up to 2 weeks, keeping them fresh and crunchy.
Notes
- If you prefer less heat, substitute cayenne pepper with black pepper for a milder spice.
- Raw, unsalted pumpkin seeds (pepitas) might be difficult to find; check bulk bins or use roasted unsalted pepitas instead—they won’t burn during baking.
- Allow the nuts to cool completely before placing them in an airtight container to preserve their crunch and flavor.
Keywords: spiced nuts, roasted nuts, healthy snack, party nuts, maple syrup nuts, spicy nuts
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