Best 6 Crunchy Sugar N Spice Nuts Recipes

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

Indulge in a delightful symphony of flavors with our crunchy sugar-n-spice nuts, a medley of pecans, almonds, and walnuts generously coated in a tantalizing blend of sweet and savory spices. These crunchy treats are oven-roasted to perfection, resulting in a textural delight that will satisfy your cravings. With three irresistible variations to choose from - classic, cinnamon-spiced, and cayenne pepper-infused - these sugar-n-spice nuts offer a culinary adventure that caters to every palate. Whether you prefer the timeless taste of tradition, the warmth of cinnamon, or the fiery kick of cayenne pepper, our recipes will guide you in creating these irresistible snacks that are perfect for parties, gifting, or simply enjoying as a guilt-free indulgence. Embark on this culinary journey and let the symphony of flavors dance on your taste buds.

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

CONTEST-WINNING SUGAR 'N' SPICE NUTS



Contest-Winning Sugar 'n' Spice Nuts image

My daughters, grandkids and just about everyone who visits me look forward to this mix of crunchy spiced nuts recipe during the holidays. And tucked in colorful tins, it makes a handy last-minute gift idea for busy hostesses or drop-in visitors. -Joan Klinefelter, Utica, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 3-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 large egg white
1 cup salted cashews
1 cup pecan halves
1 cup dry roasted peanuts
1/2 cup dried cranberries

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, cinnamon and cayenne; set aside. In a large bowl, whisk egg white; add nuts and cranberries. Sprinkle with sugar mixture and toss to coat. Spread in a single layer on a greased baking sheet. , Bake at 300° until golden brown, 18-20 minutes, stirring once. Cool. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211 calories, Fat 16g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 161mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

CRUNCHY SUGAR 'N' SPICE NUTS



Crunchy Sugar 'n' Spice Nuts image

It just isn't Christmas at Lori Brouwer's house until these crunchy munchers are in the oven. "The wonderful aroma of ginger, cinnamon and nuts fills the kitchen with festivity when I bake this snack," she confirms from Cumberland, British Columbia.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 35m

Yield 8 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 13

3 large egg whites
2 tablespoons water
3 cups walnut halves
2 cups pecan halves
1 cup whole unblanched almonds
2 cups sugar
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons ground ginger
2 teaspoons grated orange zest
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, beat egg whites and water until frothy. Add nuts; stir gently to coat. Combine the remaining ingredients. Add to nut mixture and stir gently to coat. , Spread into two greased 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Bake, uncovered, at 300° for 20-25 minutes or until lightly browned, stirring every 10 minutes. Cool. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187 calories, Fat 13g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 81mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

SUGARED SPICED NUTS



Sugared Spiced Nuts image

These delicious nuts are such a sweet crunchy treat. Great for parties or late night munchies. Makes enough to keep a bit around for another day :)

Provided by Karen..

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 55m

Yield 14 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

3/4 cup sugar
3 tablespoons water
1 egg white, lightly beaten
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon allspice
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
2 cups pecan halves
1 1/2 cups whole almonds

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 250 degrees.
  • In a large bowl, mix together everything but nuts.
  • Add the nuts and stir until coated well.
  • Spread evenly onto a greased cookie sheet or baking pan.
  • Bake for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes or so.
  • Spread out on waxed paper to cool.
  • Store in a zipper bag or airtight container.

SWEET, SALTY, SPICY PARTY NUTS



Sweet, Salty, Spicy Party Nuts image

I find this technique much easier than the stovetop pan method. You'll get beautiful, perfectly frosted nuts that are roasted evenly, with no bitter burned spots.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Snacks     Party Mix Recipes

Time 27m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 12

Cooking spray
1 cup untoasted walnut halves
1 cup untoasted pecan halves
1 cup unsalted, dry roasted almonds
1 cup unsalted, dry roasted cashews
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ cup white sugar
¼ cup water
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly coat with cooking spray.
  • Combine walnut halves, pecan halves, almonds, and cashews in a large bowl. Add salt, black pepper, cumin, and cayenne pepper; toss to coat.
  • Heat sugar, water, and butter in a small saucepan over medium heat until the butter is melted. Cook for 1 minute and remove from heat. Slowly pour butter mixture over the bowl of nuts and stir to coat.
  • Transfer nuts to the prepared baking sheet and spread into a single layer.
  • Bake nuts in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Stir nuts until the warm syrup coats every nut. Spread into a single layer, return to the oven, and bake until nuts are sticky and roasted, about 6 minutes. Allow to cool before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219 calories, Carbohydrate 12.7 g, Cholesterol 1.9 mg, Fat 18.1 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 205.7 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

SUGAR 'N' SPICE NUTS



Sugar 'n' Spice Nuts image

To tell the truth, I can't recall where this recipe came from. It's been a regular in my holiday baking, though, for many years. Between Thanksgiving and New Year's, I hand these out to almost everybody-even the mailman's been known to find a batch in the mailbox! I moved from a big city as a bride. My husband soon persuaded me to enter baked goods at our county fair-now, our son, 8, is my cookie tester, and our daughter, 6, is the egg beater.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 1h

Yield 4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups lightly salted mixed nuts
1 large egg white
1 tablespoon orange juice
2/3 cup sugar
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice

Steps:

  • Place nuts in a large bowl. In a small bowl, beat egg white and orange juice with a fork until foamy. Add the sugar, orange zest, cinnamon, ginger and allspice; mix well. Pour over nuts and stir to coat. , Spread into an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 275° for 45-50 minutes or until nuts are crisp and lightly browned, stirring every 15 minutes. , Cool completely. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250 calories, Fat 18g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 234mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

SUGAR AND SPICE NUTS



Sugar and Spice Nuts image

For a party snack or gift from the kitchen, you can't go wrong with this easy, tasty mix.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Snack

Time 1h30m

Yield 21

Number Of Ingredients 12

3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 tablespoon water
1 egg white
1 cup pecan halves
1 cup whole cashews
1 cup walnut halves
1 cup red and green candy-coated chocolate candies

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 300°F. Spray 15x10x1-inch pan with cooking spray. In large bowl, beat sugar, salt, cinnamon, ginger, cloves, nutmeg, water and egg white with electric mixer on high speed 1 to 2 minutes or until mixture is frothy. With rubber spatula, fold in nuts until evenly coated. Spread mixture evenly in pan.
  • Bake 45 to 50 minutes, stirring occasionally, until nuts are fragrant and toasted. Cool completely in pan, about 30 minutes. Stir in chocolate candies. Store in tightly covered container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190, Carbohydrate 18 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 2 1/2 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 120 mg, Sugar 14 g, TransFat 0 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right nuts: For this recipe, almonds, pecans, or walnuts work best. They are all relatively soft and have a mild flavor that will allow the spices and sugar to shine through.
  • Use fresh spices: The spices are what really make this recipe special, so be sure to use fresh, high-quality spices. You can find most of the spices you need at your local grocery store.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When you are toasting the nuts, be sure to spread them out in a single layer in the pan. If you overcrowd the pan, the nuts will not toast evenly.
  • Watch the nuts closely: When you are toasting the nuts, be sure to watch them closely so that they do not burn. The nuts will be done when they are fragrant and golden brown.
  • Let the nuts cool completely: Before you add the sugar and spices to the nuts, be sure to let them cool completely. This will help the sugar and spices to adhere to the nuts.

Conclusion:

This Crunchy Sugar n' Spice Nuts recipe is a delicious and easy snack that is perfect for any occasion. The nuts are coated in a sweet and spicy glaze that is sure to please everyone. This recipe is also very versatile. You can use different types of nuts, spices, and even sweeteners to create your own unique flavor combinations. So get creative and have fun with it!

Related Topics