Spiced Nuts – simple ingredients and made in a short time

Angela Warburton, R.TCMP

These zippy and crunchy snacks are somewhat addictive and a perfect appetizer or snack for the holidays.  Also a great hostess gift idea or addition to holiday baskets!

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Almonds75 g), raw and unsalted
  • 1 cup walnuts (75 g), raw and unsalted
  • 1 cup cashews (95 g), raw and unsalted
  • 3/4 cup pumpkin seeds
  • 3-4 tbsp maple syrup (adjust to the sweetness you prefer)
  • 1 tbsp oil of your choice (optional), I used melted coconut oil or you can use butter or avocado oil depending on your preference
  • 1 tbsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1/2-3/4 tsp cayenne pepper (you can add more if you like them more spicy)
  • 2 tsp dried rosemary (coarsely chopped)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350ºF or 180ºC
  2. Mix all the ingredients in a large mixing bowl (except the dried rosemary) until well combined.
  3. Place the spiced nuts onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper
  4. bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. I like to check in on the nuts midway through and turn
  5. Remove from the oven, add the dried rosemary and stir until well mixed.
  6. These keep in an airtight container at room temperature for 2-3 weeks and get a nice hardened crunch to them once they cool
I often play around with the spice amounts depending on my mood – sometimes adding more salty, spice or sweet depending on how I feel.  So if you’re inspired, play around and make your own unique blend!