Best 9 Spicy Sweet Nuts Recipes

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**Spicy Sweet Nuts: A Symphony of Flavors for Every Occasion**

Unleash your taste buds on a tantalizing journey with our collection of spicy sweet nut recipes. From the classic sweet and spicy pecans to the adventurous Szechuan spiced walnuts, this diverse selection caters to every palate and occasion. Whether you're hosting a party, preparing a quick snack, or simply craving a delightful treat, these recipes offer a perfect blend of sweet heat that will leave you craving more. With a range of flavors and textures, from crunchy almonds to chewy cashews, these irresistible nuts are sure to become a favorite among family and friends. Get ready to elevate your snacking experience with our carefully curated recipes that promise a symphony of flavors in every bite.

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

SWEET, SALTY, SPICY PARTY NUTS



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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

SWEET & SPICY NUTS



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Hot and spicy with a hint of brown-sugar sweetness, these snacking nuts are simply sensational. You and your guests will not be able to stop munching! The quick-and-easy skillet recipe also makes a great stocking stuffer or last-minute holiday gift from the kitchen. -Patty Lok, Sherman Oaks, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon ground chipotle powder
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup shelled walnuts
1 cup pecan halves
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon water
1-1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
Dash Louisiana-style hot sauce

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the salt and spices; set aside. In a large heavy skillet, melt butter. Add walnuts and pecans; cook over medium heat until nuts are toasted, about 4 minutes., Sprinkle with spice mixture. Add the brown sugar, water, Worcestershire and hot sauce. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until sugar is melted. Spread on foil to cool. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321 calories, Fat 30g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 218mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

SWEET AND SPICY NUTS



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The first time I made this I had a small tub of raw nuts in my cabinet and didn't know what to do with them. My mom gave me the recipe, and after I made it I couldn't stop eating them. I am not a nut person, but I am totally addicted to these coated nuts. They're perfect for parties and festive occasions!

Provided by veggigoddess

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Snacks     Party Mix Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups mixed nuts
1 ½ tablespoons white sugar
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon curry powder
1 pinch ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C).
  • Place the nuts on a large baking pan and bake in the preheated oven 10 to 12 minutes, taking care they do not burn. Remove from heat and let cool approximately 5 minutes.
  • In a small bowl, mix the white sugar, brown sugar, salt, pepper, cumin, curry powder, cloves and cinnamon.
  • In a large saucepan over medium heat, place the nuts and approximately 1/2 the sugar mixture. When the mixture begins to melt, mix in the remaining mixture. Shake the pan until all the nuts are coated, about 5 minutes. Use a spoon to separate nuts that stick together. Remove from heat and cool on a lightly greased baking sheet or wax paper. Separate the nuts to prevent sticking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 114 calories, Carbohydrate 7.5 g, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 260.7 mg, Sugar 3.6 g

SWEET AND SPICY MIXED NUTS



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These are the best of all the recipes I have tried. A couple tips after the first review that I didn't bother to write. Don't pour the nuts onto a cookie sheet. Use a slotted spoon and leave the extra "sauce" in the pan. Use the times suggested, otherwise you will get burnt nuts, not tasty. You may reduce the amount of butter slightly depending on the nuts you use. I use whatever nuts I have on hand. This is a recipe that is sweet to the tongue, then lets out a long slow heat. A beautiful balance. Hope you will try and enjoy.

Provided by Londonsbk

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 35m

Yield 6 cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

3/4 cup unsalted butter
3/4 cup packed dark brown sugar
6 tablespoons water
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon Chinese five spice powder
1 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 cups pecan halves
2 cups whole natural cashews
2 cups walnut halves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Butter 2 rimmed baking sheets. Melt 3/4 sup butter in large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add sugar, 6 tableshppons water, salt, and spices; stir until sugar dissolves.
  • Add all nuts; stir. Cook until liguid thickens and coats nuts, stirring often, about 4 minutes. Divide nuts and syrup between sheets; spread in single layer. Bake until glaze is golden and crisp, stirring often, about 15 minutes. Cool on sheets.
  • Store airtight at room temperature.

SWEET & SPICY CURRIED NUTS



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The bowl is soon empty after I set out this zippy mix. You may want to make extra! -Ginny Carmen, Pearl River, NY

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 1h45m

Yield 8 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 large egg white
2 cups pecan halves
2 cups salted cashews
2 cups salted roasted almonds
3/4 cup packed dark brown sugar
2 tablespoons mild curry powder
2 teaspoons garlic salt
1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/2 to 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 250°. In a large bowl, whisk egg white until frothy. Add nuts; stir gently to coat. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar and seasonings. Sprinkle over nut mixture and toss to coat. Spread into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake 1-1/2 to 2 hours or until dry and crisp, stirring every 15 minutes. Cool completely. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226 calories, Fat 18g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 276mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

SWEET AND SPICY NUTS



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Make and share this Sweet and Spicy Nuts recipe from Food.com.

Provided by dojemi

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 8 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 cup sugar
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
1 large egg white
6 cups natural almonds or 6 cups unsalted cashews

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°f.
  • Grease two 15 1/2" x 10 1/2" jelly-roll pans.
  • In small bowl, stir sugar, salt, cumin, cinnamon, black pepper, and red pepper.
  • In large bowl, with wire whisk, beat egg white until foamy.
  • Stir nuts into egg white.
  • Add sugar mixture; toss until nuts are thoroughly coated.
  • Divide nut mixture between prepared jelly-roll pans, spreading evenly.
  • Bake nuts 25-27 minutes or until golden brown and dry, stirring twice during baking.
  • With slotted spoon, transfer nuts to waxed paper; spread in single layer to cool.
  • Store nuts in tightly covered container at rool temperature up to 1 month.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 675.6, Fat 57.3, SaturatedFat 5.4, Sodium 590.8, Carbohydrate 37.7, Fiber 6.2, Sugar 27.3, Protein 13.9

FEEJ'S SWEET & SPICY CHIPOTLE NUTS



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I like to have snacks with me when I'm with friends. This was inspired by several other nut recipes I have tried over the years. I use whatever whole nuts I have on hand. My favorites are pecans & almonds.

Provided by Feej3940

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 1/2 cup, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 teaspoons dried chipotle powder
2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup honey
1 egg white
6 cups nuts (almonds, pecans, hazelnuts, walnuts, cashews, peanuts)

Steps:

  • Beat egg white until stiff peaks.
  • Drizzle honey into the egg whites while still mixing.
  • In a separate bowl, mix chipotle powder, salt, black pepper, cayenne pepper & sugar together.
  • Mix all 6 cups of your favorite nuts in the egg white - honey mixture until well coated.
  • Pour spice mixture over the nuts & mix until well combined.
  • Pour nuts into pan, spreading evenly & bake in 350 oven for about 20-25 minutes or until golden and fragrant. You will want to stir the nuts a couple of times, about every 7 minutes.
  • Remove from pan & allow to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 479.9, Fat 35.3, SaturatedFat 4.7, Sodium 858.2, Carbohydrate 36, Fiber 6.4, Sugar 21.5, Protein 12.2

SWEET AND SPICY NUTS



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This recipe was sent to me by my #2 son. He says they are so good that it would be a shame not to share them with my Zaar buddies! The recipe only calls for walnuts, pecans and almonds, but if you are feeling a little frisky, add in some cashews and peanuts, too!! Great for serving at a picnic, giving as gifts, or just an anytime - in front of the TV type snack! Hope you enjoy!!

Provided by Bev I Am

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 6 cups

Number Of Ingredients 13

vegetable oil cooking spray
6 tablespoons unsalted butter (3/4 stick)
1/2 cup golden brown sugar (Packed)
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 cups walnut halves
2 cups pecan halves
2 cups whole almonds

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F.
  • Spray large baking sheet with nonstick spray.
  • Melt butter in large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  • Add next 8 ingredients; stir until sugar dissolves, about 1 minute.
  • Add all nuts; stir until butter mixture coats nuts thickly, about 2 minutes.
  • Spread nut mixture in single layer on prepared sheet.
  • Bake until nuts are glazed and deep brown, stirring often, about 25 minutes.
  • Cool nuts completely on sheet, stirring occasionally.
  • (Can be made 1 week ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.).
  • Makes 6 cups.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 911.1, Fat 84.5, SaturatedFat 13.6, Cholesterol 30.5, Sodium 610.4, Carbohydrate 33.2, Fiber 12.2, Sugar 16, Protein 19.5

SPICY SWEET NUTS



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These nuts are slightly sweet with a spicy kick. Great for snacking, on salads, or in stuffing. May be stored in freezer in freezer bags for up to two weeks.

Provided by TerryB

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Nuts and Seeds

Time 55m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon white pepper
1 teaspoon grated nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon ground allspice
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
4 cups pecan halves
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
⅓ cup maple syrup

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Stir the salt, white pepper, nutmeg, cloves, allspice, and cayenne pepper together in a bowl. Add the pecans and toss to coat. Drizzle the melted butter over the pecans; pour onto a jelly roll pan and spread into a single layer.
  • Stirring occasionally, bake in the preheated oven until slightly toasted, about 10 minutes. Drizzle the maple syrup over the nuts and stir to coat, bake until the nuts are glossy and slightly dark, about 10 minutes more. Allow to cool for 30 minutes before scraping into a bowl to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 232.7 calories, Carbohydrate 8.8 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 22.4 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 582.9 mg, Sugar 5 g

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, high-quality nuts for the best flavor.
  • Use a variety of nuts to create a more interesting and flavorful mix.
  • Be careful not to overcook the nuts, as this can make them tough and bitter.
  • The spice level of the nuts can be adjusted to taste. For a spicier mix, add more cayenne pepper or chili powder.
  • The nuts can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

These spicy-sweet nuts are a delicious and versatile snack that can be enjoyed on their own or used as an ingredient in other dishes. They are perfect for parties, potlucks, or just for a quick and easy snack. With their sweet and spicy flavor, these nuts are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.

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