Sweet Savory Spiced Nuts Recipe

Elevate your holiday gatherings with these irresistible Sweet Savory Spiced Nuts! This easy recipe, adapted from a family favorite, creates a delectable mix of crunchy nuts with a perfectly balanced sweet and savory glaze. Use pecans, walnuts, almonds – any nut you love! A touch of oil (canola, corn, or even mild olive oil) adds richness to the glaze. Perfect for gifting in small glass bowls or decorative tins (avoid plastic bags to prevent the glaze from rubbing off). These addictive spiced nuts are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 22 mins

Calories 1551.8 kcal

Protein 36g

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Sweet Savory Spiced Nuts

Pecan Halves
Sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Allspice
Cayenne Pepper
Water
Vanilla
1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
Corn Oil

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How to Make Sweet Savory Spiced Nuts

Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
In a large bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, spices (cinnamon, ginger, cloves), salt, and oil until well combined.
Add the nuts to the bowl and toss gently to coat them evenly with the glaze.
Spread the nuts in a single layer on a baking sheet.
Bake for 18-22 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the nuts are fragrant and the glaze is slightly caramelized.
Remove from oven and let cool completely on a wire rack. This allows the glaze to set.
Once cooled, package your nuts in small glass bowls, decorative tins, or cellophane-wrapped containers. Avoid plastic bags.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

72 g

Sugar

154g

Fat

64g

Carbs

19g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Sweet Savory Spiced Nuts?

Sweet Savory Spiced Nuts takes about 32 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 22 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Sweet Savory Spiced Nuts?

Sweet Savory Spiced Nuts has approximately 1551.8 calories per serving, with about 36 g protein, 19 g carbohydrates and 226 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Sweet Savory Spiced Nuts?

The key ingredients for Sweet Savory Spiced Nuts are Pecan Halves, Sugar, Salt, Cinnamon, Allspice, Cayenne Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.