Cocktail Nuts
Elevate your snack game with these irresistibly sweet-and-savory Cocktail Nuts! Perfectly roasted and coated in a delectable blend of buttery brown sugar, honey, and fragrant spices like smoked paprika, cinnamon, and a hint of cayenne for a subtle kick, these nuts are finished with the earthy aroma of fresh rosemary. This quick-and-easy recipe comes together in just 20 minutes, making it an ideal option for cocktail parties, holiday gatherings, or an elevated everyday snack. Serve warm for the ultimate crowd-pleaser or store them in an airtight container for a ready-to-go treat. Packed with flavor, texture, and a touch of spice, these glazed nuts are guaranteed to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups mixed nuts (almonds, cashews, pecans, walnuts, etc.)
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.25 teaspoons cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.75 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary (finely chopped)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Place the mixed nuts in a large mixing bowl and set aside.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the brown sugar, honey, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until the mixture is smooth and bubbling.
Remove the butter mixture from the heat and stir in the chopped rosemary.
Pour the warm butter mixture over the nuts in the mixing bowl. Toss until the nuts are evenly coated.
Spread the nuts in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake for 12-15 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the nuts are golden and fragrant. Be careful not to overcook, as the nuts can burn quickly.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the nuts cool completely. They will continue to crisp up as they cool.
Once cooled, transfer the cocktail nuts to an airtight container for storage or serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2395 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 203.4 g | 261% | |
| Saturated Fat | 30.8 g | 154% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 66 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 1937 mg | 84% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 110.2 g | 40% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.9 g | 92% | |
| Total Sugars | 59.1 g | ||
| Protein | 60.8 g | 122% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 406 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 13.2 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 2520 mg | 54% | |
*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.
