EASY SPICED CARAMEL NUTS

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Nuts are great healthy snacks. In a decorative cello bag, these would make great gifts for co-workers, hospital visits, mail carrier... In themed cupcake papers, they could decorate place settings on a holiday table. Quick, easy, and so many possibilities!

Provided by Tam D

Categories     Other Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 c butter
1/2 c brown sugar, packed
1/4 tsp vanilla
1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
1/2 tsp salt
2 c nuts*

Steps:

  • 1. Put butter in a microwave safe mixing bowl. Microwave uncovered, 30-60 seconds or until melted.
  • 2. Stir in brown sugar, vanilla, spice, and salt, to combine. Add nuts, and mix well.
  • 3. Microwave, uncovered, 4-5 min. or until golden brown, and mixture appears glossy, stirring every 30 seconds.
  • 4. Spread in a single layer onto Silpat, baking sheet, or waxed paper. Cool completely. Store airtight, up to a week.
  • 5. *pecan halves, walnut halves, whole almonds, or whole cashews recommended

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