Festive Spiced Nuts
A delightful mix of pecans, walnuts, almonds, and cashews coated in a sweet and spicy blend, perfect for holiday snacking or gifting.
Equipment
- Oven
- Large baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Large bowl
- Whisk
- Small bowl
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 4 cups mixed nuts (pecans, walnuts, almonds, cashews)
- 1 large egg white
- 1 tablespoon water
Spice Mix
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- cayenne pepper (optional, for a subtle kick)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and prepare a large baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk the egg white and water until frothy, then add the mixed nuts and toss to ensure they are evenly coated.
- Combine brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, salt, and optional cayenne pepper in a separate small bowl.
Baking
- Pour the combined spice mixture over the nuts and toss until each nut is thoroughly coated.
- Spread the coated nuts in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the nuts are fragrant and lightly toasted; allow them to cool completely on the baking sheet to crisp up.
Notes
For an extra festive touch, consider adding a pinch of allspice or ginger to the spice mix. These nuts make a wonderful gift when packaged in an airtight container.