Best 8 Caramelized And Spiced Nuts Recipes

facebook share image   twitter share image   pinterest share image   E-Mail share image

**Caramelized and Spiced Nuts: A Medley of Sweet, Savory, and Aromatic Delights**

Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our tantalizing caramelized and spiced nuts, a culinary journey that promises to elevate your taste buds. From the classic allure of honey-roasted pecans to the zesty kick of chili-spiced walnuts, each recipe in this collection offers a unique blend of sweet, savory, and aromatic notes. Whether you're craving a crunchy snack, a festive addition to your charcuterie board, or an elegant garnish for your desserts, these caramelized and spiced nuts are sure to delight and impress. With easy-to-follow instructions and a variety of flavor combinations to choose from, this article will guide you through the art of creating these delectable treats in the comfort of your own kitchen. Embark on a culinary adventure and discover the captivating world of caramelized and spiced nuts, where each bite is a harmonious balance of flavors and textures.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SUGAR-AND-SPICE CANDIED NUTS



Sugar-and-Spice Candied Nuts image

Here's a wonderful snack to have on hand for entertaining, gift-giving or just munching anytime. With a sweet-spicy coating, the crunchy mixed nuts are hard to resist.-Tonya Burkhard, David, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 2-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
1 tablespoon butter
3/4 teaspoon ground ginger
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 cups mixed nuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Line a 15x10x1-in. baking pan with foil; grease foil. In a small saucepan, combine the first seven ingredients. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly to dissolve sugar. Remove from heat. Add nuts; toss to coat. Spread into prepared pan., Bake 12-15 minutes or until bubbly, stirring once. Immediately transfer to waxed paper; cool completely. Break into pieces. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256 calories, Fat 19g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 316mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

CARAMELISED NUTS



Caramelised nuts image

A moreish treat that can be a little addictive. These nuts are so yummy you'll need to make double

Provided by Tana Ramsay

Categories     Afternoon tea, Buffet, Dessert, Supper, Treat

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 3

200g mixed nut , try pecans, almonds, hazlenuts, pistachios
140g icing sugar
3 tbsp Grand Marnier

Steps:

  • Mix together all the ingredients in a pan and place over a moderate heat. Stir constantly, allowing the mix to caramelise and turn brown and making sure all the nuts are well coated.
  • Pour the nuts onto some greaseproof paper. Don't worry if they are stuck together, as they can be separated when cool. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 194 calories, Fat 12.2 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1.1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 16.4 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 15.7 grams sugar, Fiber 0.9 grams fiber, Protein 3.2 grams protein, Sodium 0.01 milligram of sodium

SALTED CARAMEL NUTS



Salted Caramel Nuts image

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     dessert

Time 30m

Yield 8 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 cup each whole roasted salted cashews, whole large pecan halves, whole unsalted almonds and whole walnut halves (4 cups total)
1 1/2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon fleur de sel

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Combine the nuts on a sheet pan, spread them out and roast them for 7 minutes, until they become fragrant. Set aside to cool.
  • After the nuts are cooled, place the sugar and 1/4 cup of water in a medium (10-inch) saute pan and mix with a fork until all of the sugar is moistened. Cook over medium-high heat until the sugar melts; from this point on, don¿t stir the caramel, swirl the pan! Don¿t worry, the mixture may look as though it¿s crystallizing. Continue to cook for 5 to 10 minutes, until the mixture becomes a clear golden brown, swirling the pan constantly at the end. (Careful, the caramel is very hot!) Off the heat, quickly add the vanilla (it will bubble up!) and swirl the pan to combine. Working quickly (the caramel will continue to cook in the pan), add the nuts and the kosher salt and toss with 2 large spoons until the nuts are completely coated.
  • Pour the nuts and any extra caramel in the pan onto a sheet pan lined with parchment paper. Spread the nuts out in one layer, pulling them apart with two forks. Sprinkle with the fleur de sel and set aside to cool. When they¿re completely cooled, carefully break the nuts into large clusters with your hands, trying not to break the nuts too much.

SWEET, SPICY AND SALTY CANDIED NUT MIX



Sweet, Spicy and Salty Candied Nut Mix image

Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King

Time 25m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 cup blanched whole almonds
1/2 cup whole cashews
1/2 cup roasted, unsalted peanuts
1/2 cup whole pecans
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon fresh rosemary leaves, roughly chopped

Steps:

  • Melt the butter and sugar in a large skillet over medium heat and add the salt. Add the almonds, cashews, peanuts, pecans, chili powder, cinnamon, cumin and cayenne. Cook until the sugar is melted and the nuts are fragrant, 5 to 6 minutes. Add the rosemary and toss. Immediately spread the nut mixture on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cool completely, and then serve.

5 MINUTE PERFECT CARAMELIZED NUTS



5 Minute Perfect Caramelized Nuts image

Provided by Jen

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 cup whole nuts (despite the pics)
1/4 cup sugar
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • Add nuts, sugar, and butter to a large nonstick skillet and heat over medium heat. Stir constantly with a rubber heat-proof spatula until the sugar melts into the butter and completely coats the nuts, turning the heat down as needed, approximately 5-7 minutes.
  • Immediately transfer nuts to parchment paper and immediately separate using 2 forks OR let the nuts harden together and break them apart with your fingers once cooled. The nuts and coating will harden in 5-7 minutes. Chop the nuts if desired.

SPICED CARAMELIZED NUTS



Spiced Caramelized Nuts image

Take pride in making caramelized nuts yourself. Toss PLANTERS Walnuts with sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg to make these Spiced Caramelized Nuts.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Meal Recipes

Time 30m

Yield Makes 2-1/2 cups or 10 servings, 1/4 cup each.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 egg white
1/2 cup sugar
1 tsp. kosher salt
1 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp. ground nutmeg
walnuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325ºF.
  • Beat egg white in medium bowl with wire whisk until foamy. Add sugar and seasonings; beat until well blended. Add nuts; stir until evenly coated.
  • Spread into lightly greased 15x10x1-inch baking pan.
  • Bake 20 min., or until browned stirring occasionally. Cool completely. Store in airtight container at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230, Fat 19 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 200 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 5 g

SPICED WALNUTS



Spiced Walnuts image

This is from my Eat Well Stay Well cookbook. I haven't tried it yet, but I'm typing it up for ZWT II. Pecans would probably work well too. I need to make these for my dad. I'm sure he'd love them! Makes 2 cups

Provided by dicentra

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 13m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 tablespoon oil
2 cups walnuts
3 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon cayenne (or less)

Steps:

  • In a skillet, heat the oil over moderate heat. Add the walnuts, tossing to coat.
  • Add the sugar, salt and cayenne, and cook, stirring constantly for 8 minutes or until nuts are well coated and sugar has caramelized.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 900.6, Fat 83.2, SaturatedFat 8.2, Sodium 583.9, Carbohydrate 35.4, Fiber 8.1, Sugar 22, Protein 17.9

CARAMEL-COATED SPICED NUTS



Caramel-Coated Spiced Nuts image

Found this in Taste of Home. Haven't tried them yet, but wanted to save the recipe for the holidays.

Provided by Doglover61aka Earnh

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 45m

Yield 5 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 egg whites
1 teaspoon water
1 1/2 cups roasted salted almonds
1 1/2 cups pecan halves
1 cup whole salted cashews
1 cup packed dark brown sugar
3 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
1 teaspoon white pepper

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl, beat egg whites and water until foamy. Add the almonds, pecans and cashews; stir gently to coat. Combine the brown sugar, pie spice and pepper; add to nut mixture and stir gently to coat.
  • Spread into a greased 15"x10"x1" baking pan. Bake at 325 degrees for 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes. Cool. Store in airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 787.3, Fat 56.1, SaturatedFat 6.1, Sodium 355.4, Carbohydrate 65, Fiber 8.8, Sugar 47.1, Protein 17.6

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, high-quality nuts: Look for nuts that are plump and free of blemishes or signs of spoilage.
  • Use a variety of nuts: This will give your caramelized nuts a more complex flavor and texture.
  • Toast the nuts before caramelizing them: This will help to bring out their flavor and make them more crispy.
  • Use a light-colored sugar: This will help to prevent the nuts from burning.
  • Be patient: Caramelizing nuts takes time. Don't rush the process or you will end up with burnt nuts.
  • Store caramelized nuts in an airtight container: They will keep for up to 2 weeks at room temperature.

Conclusion:

Caramelized nuts are a delicious and versatile snack that can be enjoyed on their own or used as a topping for desserts, yogurt, or salads. They are also a great way to add a touch of sweetness and crunch to your holiday baking. With a little time and effort, you can easily make your own caramelized nuts at home. So next time you are looking for a sweet treat, give this recipe a try!

Related Topics