Crunchy roasted spiced nuts (Printable version)

A flavorful mix of spiced roasted nuts with sweet and smoky highlights, perfect for snacking.

# What You'll Need:

01 - 1 cup raw almonds

02 - 1 cup raw cashews

03 - 1 cup raw pecans

04 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

05 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey

06 - 1 teaspoon sea salt

07 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

08 - 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)

09 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

02 - In a large bowl, mix almonds, cashews, and pecans together.

03 - Whisk olive oil, maple syrup or honey, sea salt, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and cinnamon in a small bowl.

04 - Pour seasoning over nuts and toss thoroughly to ensure even coverage.

05 - Spread coated nuts evenly on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.

06 - Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until nuts turn golden and aromatic.

07 - Remove nuts from oven and allow them to cool completely; they will crisp as they cool.

08 - Keep cooled nuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.

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This snack feels like a secret between friends because it’s both crunchy and packed with surprising layers of sweet and spice
It quickly became a favorite because it’s so easy to customize with whatever nuts or sweeteners you have on hand

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Make sure to stir the nuts midway to avoid burning and to get an even roast.
Discovering the cinnamon adds a subtle warmth changed how I season all my savory snacks.

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Preheat your oven fully before roasting to ensure even cooking right from the start
The secret to perfect crunch is letting the nuts cool all the way on the pan before storing