Best 8 Cocktail Nuts Recipes

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**Cocktail nuts: A flavorful and versatile snack mix for any occasion**

Cocktail nuts are a classic party snack that is both delicious and easy to make. They are a mixture of nuts, seeds, and other crunchy ingredients that are tossed in a flavorful coating. The most common type of cocktail nuts is made with peanuts, cashews, almonds, and pecans, but you can use any type of nut or seed that you like. Cocktail nuts can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container, making them a convenient snack to have on hand for unexpected guests or for munching on while you're watching a movie or game. This article provides three different recipes for cocktail nuts, each with its unique flavor profile. The first recipe is for a classic cocktail nut mix that is made with a combination of nuts, seeds, and pretzels. The second recipe is for a spicy cocktail nut mix that is made with a blend of chili powder, cumin, and cayenne pepper. The third recipe is for a sweet and savory cocktail nut mix that is made with a mixture of honey, soy sauce, and sesame seeds. No matter which recipe you choose, you're sure to enjoy these delicious and addictive treats.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

HOT AND SPICY COCKTAIL NUTS



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I made these this Christmas as a "nibbling" food, and my family really liked them. They must have been nibbling big time, because these cocktail nuts were all gone before I knew it.

Provided by TasteTester

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 1 pound

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup butter
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 pinch cayenne powder
1 lb unsalted mixed nuts

Steps:

  • Melt the butter in a large heavy skillet over low heat. Add the worcestershire sauce, paprika, hot pepper sauce, salt, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper and cayenne. Mix well.
  • Add the nuts and toss well to coat. Cook for 20-25 minutes on low heat, stirring frequently, until the nuts are lightly toasted. Drain on paper towels and serve hot, or store in an airtight container at room temperature until ready to serve.

EMERIL'S SPICY COCKTAIL NUTS



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This recipe is from Entertaining with Emeril, episode 2.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Yield Makes 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 large egg white
1 teaspoon water
4 cups assorted shelled nuts (walnuts, pecans, almonds, peanuts)
1/2 cup sugar
2 tablespoons Essence
1/2 teaspoon cayenne
1/4 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, whisk together egg white and water until frothy. Add the nuts and toss to coat. In a small bowl, combine the sugar, Essence, cayenne, and salt. Add to the nuts and stir to coat evenly. Spread the nuts on the prepared pan and bake until dry, about 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and stir to separate. Let cool on the baking sheet. Serve warm or at room temperature.

SPICED MIXED COCKTAIL NUTS WITH PRETZELS



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Toss mixed nuts and mini pretzels with a spice blend of paprika, dry mustard and cinnamon.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Time 1h

Yield about 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 tablespoons sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
1 1/2 teaspoons minced fresh thyme
3/4 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Vegetable or canola oil, for oiling the baking sheet
1 large egg white
1 cup unsalted raw cashews
1 cup unsalted raw peanuts
1 cup unsalted raw pecans
1 cup unsalted raw walnuts
1 1/2 cups mini pretzels

Steps:

  • For the cocktail spice blend: Mix together the sugar, paprika, thyme, mustard, cinnamon, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a small bowl and set aside.
  • For the nuts: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly oil a rimmed baking sheet.
  • Put the egg white in a large bowl and whisk until frothy. Add the cashews, peanuts, pecans, walnuts and pretzels and toss to coat in the egg white. Add the spice blend and toss again to coat.
  • Spread the nut mixture evenly on the prepared baking sheet and bake, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes. Let cool on the baking sheet, then transfer to a large bowl.
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SPICED COCKTAIL NUTS



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Provided by The Hearty Boys

Categories     appetizer

Time 25m

Yield 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 cups mixed nuts (pecans, walnuts and almonds)
2 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1/4 teaspoon allspice
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Put the nuts in a mixing bowl and set aside. Put the butter into a small saucepan and place over medium heat. As the butter melts, add the thyme leaves, cumin, mustard, cayenne, allspice, and pepper. Allow to simmer for 1 minute. Pour the butter mixture over the nuts, add the salt and toss well to coat. Put the nuts onto a baking sheet in 1 layer. Put the pan into the preheated oven until the nuts are a golden brown, about 20 minutes. Remove and let cool. Serve immediately or keep in a sealed container for 1 week.

SPICY COCKTAIL NUTS



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This recipe came from a combination of a few recipes. I love spicy foods, and wanted to find a nut recipe that had plenty of spice. These are great for get-togethers or just to snack on. I like to use the deluxe nut mix that doesn't have any peanuts. Better make sure you have plenty of cold drinks on hand!

Provided by C in PA

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups mixed nuts
1 egg white
1 tablespoon water
1 1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons chili powder
1/2 teaspoon celery salt
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon basil
1/8 teaspoon rosemary
1/8 teaspoon onion powder
1/8 teaspoon cayenne

Steps:

  • Whisk egg white and water together until foamy.
  • Pour over nuts in bowl.
  • Place nuts in strainer and strain for 3 minutes.
  • Place into brown paper lunch bag.
  • Mix all spices together in small bowl while draining nuts.
  • Pour worcestershire sauce over nuts and add spices to bag.
  • Shake until well coated.
  • Place on baking sheet.
  • Bake 15 minutes at 275, stirring once.
  • Lower heat to 225 and bake 30 minutes more, stirring every 15 minutes.
  • Cool and enjoy.
  • Store in airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 315.6, Fat 26.6, SaturatedFat 3.6, Sodium 388.3, Carbohydrate 14.4, Fiber 5, Sugar 2.8, Protein 10

COCKTAIL NUTS



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Make and share this Cocktail Nuts recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Gingerbear

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 12-16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons butter
1/4 teaspoon seasoning salt
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 dash hot pepper sauce
1 lb mixed nuts (3 to 4 cups)
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 300º.
  • Melt butter with salt, garlic powder and pepper sauce.
  • Mix well- add nuts.
  • Toss to coat.
  • In a jelly roll pan, bake for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Sprinkle with Worcestershire sauce and bake 15 minutes longer.

SPICED COCKTAIL NUTS



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 6m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 teaspoon caraway seed
1 teaspoon mustard seeds
1 teaspoon cumin seeds
2 tablespoons butter, cut into pieces
1/2 cup packaged, salted pumpkin seeds
1 cup walnut halves
1 cup whole almonds

Steps:

  • Over medium heat in a medium nonstick skillet, toast seeds until they pop, 1 to 2 minutes. Add butter bits and melt them. Add pumpkin seeds and nuts to the pan and toast, tossing and turning the mixture to heat and toast. Remove to a serving dish.

SPICY STARBUCKS VIA® COCKTAIL NUTS



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Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup Cashews
1 cup Walnuts
1 cup Almonds
2 tablespoons Butter
1 tablespoon Red Vinegar
1/4 cup Honey
1 packet Starbucks VIA®
1/2 teaspoon Salt
1/4 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon Chile powder
1/4 cup Papaya
1/4 cup Mango
1/4 cup Pineapple

Steps:

  • Toast nuts on a sheet pan for 10 minutes at 300F degrees. Remove nuts from oven and turn temperature down to 225F degrees.
  • While nuts are toasting, combine all ingredients together, except dried fruit, in a heat-proof microwave container. Microwave briefly (20 seconds) to melt and combine mixture.
  • Add toasted nuts to mixture and stir to coat. Spread in an even layer on a baking sheet.
  • Bake for 45 minutes at 225F degrees. Stir nuts to evenly coat and bake on all sides.
  • Spread and press dried fruit onto nuts and place back in the oven for 15 minutes.
  • When candied nuts and fruit have cooled enough to handle - break up and place in an air tight container.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your cocktail nuts.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different flavors. There are endless possibilities when it comes to seasoning your nuts.
  • Roast the nuts until they are golden brown and fragrant. This will bring out their natural flavor and make them extra crunchy.
  • Let the nuts cool completely before serving. This will help them to crisp up and prevent them from becoming soggy.
  • Serve the nuts immediately or store them in an airtight container for later. They will keep for up to 2 weeks at room temperature or up to 3 months in the refrigerator.

Conclusion:

Cocktail nuts are a delicious and easy-to-make snack that is perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a variety of flavorful nuts that will impress your guests. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy snack, give one of these recipes a try. You won't be disappointed!

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