Description
Deliciously addictive sweet and salty rosemary roasted mixed nuts featuring a blend of cashews, walnuts, almonds, and pecans. Coated with a maple syrup glaze, fresh rosemary, brown sugar, and sea salt, then roasted to golden perfection for a savory, mildly sweet snack. Perfect for casual snacking or as a flavorful gift.
Ingredients
Scale
Nuts
- 1.5 pounds Mixed raw unsalted mixed nuts (cashews, walnuts, almonds, and/or pecans)
Glaze
- 2 Tbsp Oil or butter (coconut oil suggested; alternatives include butter, vegan butter, or olive oil)
- 3 Tbsp Real maple syrup
- 2 Tbsp Brown sugar
- 2 Tbsp Fresh rosemary, finely minced
- 2 tsp Sea salt, coarsely ground preferred
- 1/2 tsp Vanilla extract (optional, recommended)
- Pinch of chili powder or chipotle powder (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit to prepare for roasting the nuts evenly.
- Combine Nuts: Place the mixed raw unsalted nuts in a large mixing bowl, ready to be coated.
- Prepare Glaze: In a smaller bowl, melt your choice of oil or butter. Stir in the maple syrup, finely minced fresh rosemary, and vanilla extract if using. Mix thoroughly.
- Coat Nuts: Pour the glaze over the mixed nuts, stirring continuously to ensure all nuts are evenly coated with the maple-rosemary mixture.
- Add Seasonings: Sprinkle the brown sugar, sea salt, and optional chili or chipotle powder over the glazed nuts. Toss again to coat evenly.
- Spread on Baking Sheet: Spread the coated nuts out in a single layer on a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet for even roasting.
- Roast: Bake in the preheated oven for 17 to 20 minutes, stirring once halfway through to promote even browning. Watch carefully to avoid burning as nuts should be toasty and golden.
- Cool and Toss: Remove from oven and set the nuts out at room temperature. Toss and stir periodically while cooling to prevent clumping and allow flavors to settle. Taste and adjust salt if needed.
- Serve and Store: Enjoy the nuts warm or fully cooled. Store cooled nuts in an airtight container for freshness.
Notes
- This recipe offers a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and savory flavors with a lovely aroma from fresh rosemary.
- You can customize the heat level by adding a pinch of chili powder or chipotle for a spicy kick.
- Use different nut combinations according to preference for varied textures and flavors.
- Allow the nuts to cool completely before storing to maintain crispiness and prevent stickiness.
- Make sure to stir the nuts during baking and cooling for even roasting and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (about 30g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
