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Spiced Mixed Nuts in 15 Minutes

These Spiced Mixed Nuts are a quick and delightful snack that will impress your guests!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients

Nuts

  • 1 cup cashews
  • 1 cup whole almonds
  • 1 cup dry roasted peanuts (lightly salted)
  • 1 cup walnut halves and pieces

Sugar Mixture

  • 1/2 cup white sugar
  • 1 tablespoon butter
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the cashews, almonds, peanuts, and walnut halves. Give them a good stir to mix them up evenly.
  • In a saucepan, combine the white sugar, butter, water, salt, black pepper, cumin, and cayenne. Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir until the sugar has dissolved completely and the mixture is bubbling.
  • Once the sugar mixture is bubbling, remove the saucepan from heat and pour it over the mixed nuts in the bowl. Use a wooden spoon or spatula to toss the nuts, making sure they are evenly coated.
  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread the coated nuts onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper in a single layer. Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  • After 10 minutes, remove the nuts from the oven and let them cool completely on the baking sheet. Once cooled, transfer them to a serving bowl or an airtight container.

Equipment

  • Large Mixing Bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Wooden Spoon or Spatula
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Timer

Notes

  • Store cooled nuts in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
  • Freeze nuts for longer storage, up to 3 months.
  • Reheat in the oven at 350°F for about 5 minutes for a warm snack.