Contest-Winning Sugar ‘n’ Spice Nuts
My daughters, grandkids and just about everyone who visits me look forward to this mix of crunchy spiced nuts recipe during the holidays. And tucked in colorful tins, it makes a handy last-minute gift idea for busy hostesses or drop-in visitors. —Joan Klinefelter, Utica, Illinois
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 egg white
- 1 cup salted cashews
- 1 cup pecan halves
- 1 cup dry roasted peanuts
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
Reviews
I just now made this, because I had a lot of cashews to use and needed a tv snack idea. Yummy and easy! I wasn't able to follow the recipe exactly because I had no peanuts or cranberries, but I used extra unsalted cashews, extra pecans, and raisins instead of cranberries. My nuts were unsalted so I added a little salt to the spice mix to make up for it. The seasonings are really nice - not too hot, and don't worry if the nuts don't seem crispy enough right out of the oven, they are just right when cooled. I didn't even have much sticking on the pan. This recipe really is easy and adaptable and just plain good!
I forgot to turn them over halfway through cooking and they were still great. Pretty easy to make also. I could have been just as happy without the dry roasted nuts. Pecans and walnuts are my favorites. Might try using just those two nuts the next time.
Quick easy and good
I just made these in preparation for a Christmas Eve party. After sampling, I'm going to make a 2nd batch right away!
I made this recipe last fall. My husband took some to work. Three guys asked for the recipe. When I made it the second time, I split the batch and sent some home with both of my adult kids. They've been begging me to make more. Very, very good recipe!
Great recipe,easy to assemble, no mess. What's not to like? I used parchment paper, no sticking. Will make again. Thanks Joan
Made this recipe on a whim to take along to local winery lawn concert...should have doubled the recipe! We couldn't stop munching - very tasty. Yes, would make again and I've shared the recipe! Thank you
I took a bowlful of these nuts to a New Years Eve party and came home with an empty bowl. Every one loved them.
This simple and delicious nut appetizer was just right for the 'get to know' before the party meal was served.I added 1/4 cup more of each nut and added 2 Tablespoons of bourbon and a 1/2 teaspoon of orange extract. The mixture is verry sticky until it dries.
These are excellent! I made several types of spiced nuts this year and this was hands-down the clear winner! The nuts stayed nice and crunchy and had just enough flavor without being overpowering. I greased the sheet well but they still stuck, so next time I will try it on the release type foil.