Delicious Spiced Nuts for Easy Holiday Snacking

These spiced nuts are a quick, gluten-free snack perfect for holiday gatherings.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Cooling Time 15

Total Time 50

Servings: 8 servings

Course: Snacks

Calories: 160

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Nut Blend

1 cup Raw Almonds Use raw for best texture
1 cup Raw Pecans Substitute with extra walnuts if desired
1 cup Raw Cashews Can substitute with more almonds or peanuts
1 cup Raw Shelled Pistachios Can omit or replace with more almonds or sunflower seeds
1/2 cup Raw Pumpkin Seeds Substitute with sunflower seeds if needed

For the Coating

1/4 cup Pure Maple Syrup Honey can be used as a substitute
1 teaspoon Dried Rosemary Fresh rosemary can be used in a pinch
1 teaspoon Curry Powder Adjust to taste
1/2 teaspoon Kosher Salt Omit or reduce if using salted nuts
1/4 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust according to preference
Flaky Sea Salt Optional, for sprinkling before serving

Equipment

Oven
mixing bowl
Baking Sheet
Spatula

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a large mixing bowl, combine the raw almonds, pecans, cashews, pistachios, and pumpkin seeds.
In a separate bowl, whisk together pure maple syrup, dried rosemary, curry powder, kosher salt, and cayenne pepper.
Pour the syrup mixture over the nut blend in the large bowl and stir until coated.
Spread the coated nuts on a lined baking sheet and bake for 25 minutes, stirring halfway.
Remove from the oven and let cool on the baking sheet for 15 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ounceCalories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 5gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

For maximum freshness, store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

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