Christmas Nuts
Transform your holiday snacking or gifting with this irresistible recipe for Christmas Nuts! These caramelized mixed nuts are coated in a rich blend of brown sugar, maple syrup, and melted butter, then infused with warm holiday spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. A hint of vanilla enhances their sweetness, while optional cayenne pepper adds a subtle, fiery kick for those who crave a bit of heat. With just 10 minutes of prep and 20 minutes of baking, these candied nuts are an ideal quick treat for festive gatherings or DIY food gifts. Serve them in a beautiful bowl to elevate your holiday spread, or package them in decorative jars for a delectable homemade present that’s sure to impress. Perfectly golden, crunchy, and loaded with seasonal flavor, these Christmas Nuts are a must-have addition to your holiday repertoire!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Mixed unsalted nuts (almonds, cashews, pecans, walnuts)
- 3 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons Butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoons Kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar, maple syrup, melted butter, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, vanilla extract, kosher salt, and cayenne pepper (if using). Whisk until thoroughly mixed.
Add the mixed nuts to the bowl and stir until all the nuts are evenly coated with the spiced mixture.
Spread the coated nuts in a single, even layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until the nuts are golden and fragrant. Be careful not to overcook, as nuts can burn quickly.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the nuts to cool completely on the tray. As they cool, they will harden and become crispy.
Once cooled, transfer the Christmas Nuts to an airtight container or decorative jars if gifting. They will stay fresh for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
485 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.8 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.4 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 44 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.8 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.1 g | ||
| Protein | 13.3 g | 27% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 122 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 468 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
