Santa’s Sweet & Spicy Nuts
Put these amazing sweet and spicy nuts in a holiday tin, wrap it in a bow & you have yourself a great gift!
Santa’s Sweet and Spicy Nuts Recipe | Easy, Healthy Snack
Looking for the perfect snack that’s sweet, spicy, and packed with nutrients? Try this Spiced Sweet and Savory Nuts Recipe! I have been making these sweet and spicy mixed nuts for years and they are always a crowd favorite! Made with a blend of almonds, pecans, cashews, and peanuts this easy, customizable snack is coated in coconut sugar and a mix of warming spices like cinnamon, ginger, and cayenne. Perfect for holidays, gifting, or everyday snacking!
I have a confession to make, we love to go to the movie theatre during the holidays and I sneak these in with me…don’t tell anyone!
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Santa’s Sweet and Spicy Nuts
Give this Spiced Sweet and Savory Nuts Recipe a try! Featuring a mix of your favorite nuts, this simple and customizable snack is so irresistible, you’ll keep coming back for more.
Santa’s Sweet and Spicy Nuts Recipe
Why This Recipe Makes the Perfect Gift:
Handmade gifts are always appreciated, and these spiced nuts are an elegant yet simple treat to share. Great for holidays, hostess gifts, or just because, they add a personal touch that store-bought snacks can’t match!
Perfect for gifting—pack them in mason jars, festive bags, or decorative tins for an easy, homemade present!
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can I use a sugar substitute?
Yes! Swap coconut sugar with monk fruit sweetener or erythritol for a lower-calorie option.
2. What other nuts work well in this recipe?
Try cashews, macadamias, or pistachios for a unique flavor combination.
3. How can I make this nut mix vegan?
Replace the egg white with 1 tablespoon of aquafaba (the liquid from a can of chickpeas).
Santa’s Sweet and Spicy Nuts
Santa’s Sweet and Spicy Nuts Recipe
Craving a sweet, spicy, and nutritious snack? Try this Santa’s Spiced Sweet and Savory Nuts Recipe! Made with almonds, pecans, cashews, and peanuts, it’s coated in your brown sugar of choice and warming spices—perfect for holidays, gifts, or everyday treats!
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 40-45 min
Yield: 16 servings (1 serving is 1/4 cup)
Ingredients:
4 cups of nuts (500-550g) (almonds, pecans, cashews, hazelnuts, peanuts, walnut halves, etc)
1 egg white (or 2 tbsp liquid egg white OR 1 tablespoon of aquafaba)
1/2-1 tsp cayenne pepper (You can add as little or as much as you like)
1 tsp cinnamon (Ceylon is the best)
1 tsp ginger powder
1 tsp mustard powder
1 tsp salt
½ cup (100g) coconut sugar (or brown sugar, brown sugar substitute, maple sugar)
Note: If you only have roasted nuts, that will work also
Directions:
Preheat oven to 250 degree F (121 C), line a cookie sheet with parchment
In a small bowl mix together spices, salt and sugar. Set aside
Whisk egg white until it is frothy, about 30-45 sec (no clear egg white visible)
Then add nuts to egg white, toss. Add the spice & sugar mixture, mix to coat the nuts.
Spread evenly on a lined baking sheet and bake for 45-50 min. You will notice the nuts to be dry and set
You can make half the recipe here. I would still use the full egg white, no need to cut that in half. Do use half the sugar & half the spices.
How to Store Them:
Store in an airtight container for up to two weeks
Macros(approximate): 1/4 cup
Calories: 200 |Protein: 5g |Carbohydrates: 10g | Fiber: 2g | Sugars: 6g |Fat: 18g |Saturated Fat: 1.5g
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