Something Nutty
Get ready to satisfy your sweet and savory cravings with "Something Nutty," a simple yet irresistible snack featuring a medley of mixed nuts coated in a buttery, honey-cinnamon glaze. This recipe blends the earthy richness of almonds, cashews, pecans, and walnuts with the warmth of vanilla and a touch of brown sugar for a flavor-packed treat. Enhanced by a light sprinkle of sesame seeds for optional crunch, these oven-roasted nuts bake to golden perfection in just 15 minutes. Perfect as a grab-and-go snack, party appetizer, or holiday gift, "Something Nutty" is a quick and easy recipe that delivers homemade goodness in every bite. With just 10 minutes of prep time, this addictive treat is as convenient as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups mixed nuts (almonds, cashews, pecans, walnuts)
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter.
Add the honey, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt to the saucepan. Stir until the mixture is smooth and starts to bubble slightly, about 2-3 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from heat and immediately stir in the mixed nuts, ensuring they are evenly coated with the honey mixture.
Spread the coated nuts in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, using a spatula to make sure they are distributed evenly.
Bake for 12-15 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until the nuts are golden brown and aromatic. Be careful not to let them burn.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the nuts to cool completely. The coating will harden as it cools.
Optional: Sprinkle with sesame seeds while the nuts are still warm for added crunch and flavor.
Once cooled, transfer the nuts to an airtight container for storage or serve them straight away. Enjoy your 'Something Nutty' snack!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
486 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.1 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.8 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 16 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 125 mg | 5% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.2 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.6 g | ||
| Protein | 10.4 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 88 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 413 mg | 9% | |
*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.
