Toffee is a classic confection that can be made in many different ways. This recipe for Mixed Nut Spiced Toffee is a delicious and easy-to-make variation that is perfect for the holidays. It features a variety of mixed nuts and spices, such as pecans, almonds, walnuts, cinnamon, and ginger, that give it a unique and flavorful taste. The toffee is made with butter, sugar, and corn syrup, and it is cooked until it reaches a hard crack stage. Once the toffee is cooked, it is poured onto a prepared baking sheet and sprinkled with chopped nuts and spices. The toffee is then allowed to cool and harden before it is broken into pieces and served. This recipe also includes variations for making peanut butter toffee, chocolate chip toffee, and cranberry toffee, so you can customize it to your liking.
**Keywords:**
* toffee
* candy
* nuts
* spices
* holiday
* dessert
* easy
* delicious
* homemade
SPICED MIXED NUTS
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 55m
Yield 4 cups nuts
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix the cayenne, cinnamon, ginger, mustard powder, sugar and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a small bowl. Whisk the egg white in a large bowl until frothy. Toss in the nuts, then add the spice mixture and toss until well coated.
- Spread the nuts on the prepared baking sheet; bake until dry, about 45 minutes. Let cool completely on the baking sheet.
- Hot: These nuts are a not-too-spicy crowd pleaser. Cayenne, ginger and mustard powder give them mild heat.
- Hotter: Add 2 teaspoons chipotle chile powder to the spice mixture, then continue as directed.
- Hottest: Add 2 teaspoons chipotle chile powder to the spice mixture, then continue as directed. While the nuts are baking, fry 4 thinly sliced serrano chile peppers in 350 degrees F canola oil until crisp, about 30 seconds. Drain on paper towels, season with salt and toss with the nuts.
SPICED NUTS
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories appetizer
Time 20m
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Spread the nuts out on a large baking sheet. Bake until the nuts are lightly toasted, about 8 to 10 minutes.
- In the meantime, melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Add the remaining ingredients and stir to combine. Transfer the nuts to a serving bowl. Pour in the butter and toss to coat evenly. Serve warm or room temperature.
SWEET, SALTY, SPICY PARTY NUTS
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
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
SPICY MIXED NUTS
Cumin and chili powder give extra oomph to the classic homemade nut mix. It's a smart solution for holiday snacking and gift giving. -Delores Hill, Helena, Montana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Snacks
Time 15m
Yield 3 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large skillet, melt butter over low heat. Add nuts and Worcestershire sauce; cook and stir 5-7 minutes. Drain on paper towels. Place nuts in a large bowl. Combine remaining ingredients; sprinkle over nuts, tossing to coat. Cool. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 225 calories, Fat 19g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 232mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
MIXED NUT BRITTLE
Peanut brittle is done one better when prepared with mixed nuts instead. This impressive candy is simply delicious. I like to pack some in pretty plastic bags to give as gifts.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield 2-1/2 pounds.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, corn syrup and water. Cover and bring to a boil over medium heat. Uncover and cook until a candy thermometer reads 290° (soft-crack stage)., Meanwhile, grease a 15x10x1-in. baking pan with 2 teaspoons butter; set aside. Place nuts in two ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pans; bake at 325° for 10-15 minutes or until warm. (Keep warm until ready to use.), Remove sugar mixture from the heat; carefully stir in the nuts, vanilla, salt and remaining butter. Quickly spread into prepared pan. Cool completely; break into pieces.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 278 calories, Fat 15g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 3mg cholesterol, Sodium 274mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (24g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
Tips:
- Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan: This will help to prevent the toffee from burning.
- Use a candy thermometer: This will help you to reach the correct temperature for the toffee.
- Don't stir the toffee too much: Stirring the toffee too much will make it grainy.
- Be careful when pouring the toffee onto the baking sheet: The toffee will be very hot, so be sure to wear gloves.
- Let the toffee cool completely before breaking it into pieces: This will help to prevent the toffee from sticking to your hands.
Conclusion:
Mixed nut spiced toffee is a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a sweet and crunchy snack that will satisfy your cravings. So next time you're looking for something sweet, try making a batch of mixed nut spiced toffee. You won't be disappointed!
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