Honey Spiced Nut Mix
Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy with this Honey Spiced Nut Mix, a quick and easy snack that's as versatile as it is delicious. Featuring a medley of mixed nuts like almonds, cashews, pecans, and walnuts, this recipe takes them to the next level with a glaze of golden honey, warm cinnamon, and a hint of cayenne for a subtle kick. A touch of paprika adds optional smoky depth, while brown sugar caramelizes beautifully during baking, creating irresistible clusters of flavor. Ready in just 35 minutes, this homemade nut mix is ideal for gifting, entertaining, or simply satisfying your snack cravings. Serve it at parties, pack it for on-the-go fuel, or pair it with your favorite cheese board for the ultimate touch of gourmet flair.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups Mixed nuts (almonds, cashews, pecans, walnuts, or peanuts)
- 3 tablespoons Honey
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Paprika (optional, for a smoky flavor)
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a small saucepan, combine the honey, unsalted butter, ground cinnamon, paprika, cayenne pepper, and salt. Heat over low heat, stirring constantly, until the butter is melted and the mixture is smooth. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Place the mixed nuts in a large bowl. Pour the honey-spice mixture over the nuts and toss well to coat evenly.
Sprinkle the brown sugar over the coated nuts and toss again to distribute evenly.
Spread the nuts in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the nuts are golden and fragrant. Be careful not to let them burn.
Remove the nuts from the oven and let them cool completely on the baking sheet. As they cool, they will become crisp.
Once cool, break apart any clumps and transfer the nut mix to an airtight container for storage. The mix will stay fresh for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2522 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 204.3 g | 262% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.1 g | 190% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 3814 mg | 166% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 144.8 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.9 g | 92% | |
| Total Sugars | 81.6 g | ||
| Protein | 60.8 g | 122% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 414 mg | 32% | |
| Iron | 12.9 mg | 72% | |
| Potassium | 2516 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.
