Keto Candied Cashews
Indulge in the irresistible crunch of **Keto Candied Cashews**, a guilt-free snack that’s as satisfying as it is sugar-free! Made with whole raw cashews, a rich blend of buttery erythritol caramel, fragrant vanilla extract, and a hint of warm cinnamon, this low-carb treat balances sweetness and spice perfectly. Baked to golden perfection, the cashews develop a crispy, candy-like coating that offers all the decadence of traditional candied nuts without the carbs. Perfect for a keto-friendly snack, party appetizer, or edible gift, this recipe is quick and easy—taking just 25 minutes from start to finish. Enjoy them as-is or toss them into your salads, yogurt, or trail mix for a delightful crunch with every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Whole raw cashews
- 1 cup Erythritol sweetener
- 1 tablespoon Water
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the erythritol sweetener, water, and butter. Stir until the butter has melted completely and the mixture begins to simmer.
Add the raw cashews to the saucepan, stirring to coat them evenly with the sweetener mixture.
Continue to cook the cashews in the saucepan, stirring frequently, for about 5 minutes or until the liquid has thickened and the cashews are well-coated.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and salt until everything is well combined.
Spread the coated cashews evenly onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, ensuring they are not clumped together.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, checking occasionally to make sure they are not burning.
Once the cashews are golden and fragrant, remove them from the oven and allow them to cool completely on the baking sheet.
As they cool, the coating will harden, creating a crunchy layer around the cashews.
Once fully cooled, break apart any cashews that are stuck together, and store them in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
230 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 17.9 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.3 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 8 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 146 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.8 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.6 g | ||
| Protein | 6.3 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 17 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 236 mg | 5% | |
*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.
