Soy-Free Cashew Clusters
Indulge in the rich, caramelized crunch of Soy-Free Cashew Clusters, a healthier homemade alternative to store-bought snacks. This recipe combines raw cashews with pure maple syrup, coconut oil, and a hint of cinnamon for a perfectly sweet, nutty treat that's free from soy and additives. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a short bake, you’ll create golden clusters that are as satisfying as they are simple to make. Ideal for vegan diets or anyone seeking a gluten-free snack, these clusters make the perfect on-the-go bite or topping for salads and desserts. Plus, they stay fresh for up to two weeks, making them a pantry-friendly favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups raw cashews
- 1 cup pure maple syrup
- 3 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium saucepan, combine the maple syrup and coconut oil. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the coconut oil is fully melted and the mixture starts to gently bubble.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract, sea salt, and ground cinnamon until well combined.
Add the raw cashews to the saucepan and stir until the cashews are fully coated with the syrup mixture.
Spread the cashew mixture evenly onto the prepared baking sheet, ensuring that the cashews are in a single layer to promote even baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even toasting and coating, until the cashews are golden brown. Watch closely to prevent burning.
Remove from the oven and let the mixture cool on the baking sheet for about 10 minutes. As it cools, it will become firm and crunchy.
Once fully cooled and hardened, break the cashews into clusters of your desired size.
Store the cashew clusters in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2269 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 140.1 g | 180% | |
| Saturated Fat | 52.3 g | 262% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1211 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 236.1 g | 86% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.6 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 158.2 g | ||
| Protein | 41.7 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 267 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 17.8 mg | 99% | |
| Potassium | 2021 mg | 43% | |
*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.
