Spiced Candied Cashews
Indulge your taste buds with these irresistible Spiced Candied Cashews, a perfect blend of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors. Coated in a luscious mixture of granulated and brown sugar, warm cinnamon, nutmeg, and a kick of cayenne pepper, these crunchy treats are roasted to perfection for a caramelized finish. Ideal for gifting, entertaining, or simply snacking, this easy recipe takes just 10 minutes of prep time and yields a batch of golden, spiced goodness in under an hour. Whether served at a festive gathering or enjoyed as a cozy snack, these homemade candied cashews offer the perfect balance of warmth and sweetness. Satisfy your cravings while enjoying a simple recipe that elevates the humble cashew to gourmet perfection!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups raw cashews
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg white
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the egg white, vanilla extract, and water until frothy.
Add the raw cashews to the bowl and toss until they are evenly coated in the egg white mixture.
In a separate small bowl, combine the granulated sugar, light brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cayenne pepper, and salt. Mix well.
Sprinkle the sugar-spice mixture over the coated cashews and toss until all the cashews are evenly coated.
Spread the cashews out in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes to ensure even coating and to prevent burning.
Remove the cashews from the oven and allow them to cool completely on the baking sheet. The coating will harden as they cool.
Once cooled, transfer the spiced candied cashews to an airtight container for storage. They can be kept fresh for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1296 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 98.7 g | 127% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.7 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 80 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 77.6 g | 28% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.8 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.4 g | ||
| Protein | 45.4 g | 91% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 111 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 15.5 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 1582 mg | 34% | |
*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.
