Best Spicy Sugar Coated Nuts Recipes

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CONTEST-WINNING SUGAR 'N' SPICE NUTS



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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.

SPICY GLAZED PECANS



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We eat these spicy glazed pecans tossed on salads. They're also a nice addition to nut/trail mixes!

Provided by FAIRUZAH

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Nuts and Seeds

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

¼ cup white sugar
1 tablespoon water
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 ½ cups pecan halves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a 15x10x1-inch baking pan with foil or parchment paper.
  • In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the sugar, water, and cayenne pepper. Stir and bring to a boil; let boil 2 minutes. Remove pan from heat; gently stir in nuts until evenly coated and the sugar mixture begins to thicken. Spread nuts over the prepared baking pan. Bake until browned, about 15 minutes. Remove pan from oven and let nuts cool. Place in a plastic bag, and gently tumble together to remove any excess glaze. Serve warm or store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238.3 calories, Carbohydrate 12.5 g, Fat 21.4 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 0.1 mg, Sugar 9.5 g

SUGAR-AND-SPICE CANDIED NUTS



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Here's a wonderful snack to have on hand for entertaining, gift-giving or just munching anytime. With a sweet-spicy coating, the crunchy mixed nuts are hard to resist.-Tonya Burkhard, David, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 2-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons light corn syrup
1 tablespoon butter
3/4 teaspoon ground ginger
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 cups mixed nuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Line a 15x10x1-in. baking pan with foil; grease foil. In a small saucepan, combine the first seven ingredients. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly to dissolve sugar. Remove from heat. Add nuts; toss to coat. Spread into prepared pan., Bake 12-15 minutes or until bubbly, stirring once. Immediately transfer to waxed paper; cool completely. Break into pieces. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 256 calories, Fat 19g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 316mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

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

SPICY COATED NUTS



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Mixed nuts were born to party, and they love to dress up for an occasion. Here they are in a coat of blended spices.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Meal Recipes

Time 30m

Yield About 3 cups or 12 servings, 1/4 cup each

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 egg white
1/3 cup sugar
1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp. ground cumin
1/2 tsp. ground red pepper
1/2 tsp. cracked black pepper
1 can (11.5 oz.) PLANTERS Mixed Nuts

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°F. Beat egg white in medium bowl with wire whisk until foamy. Add sugar and seasonings; beat until well blended. Add nuts; stir until evenly coated.
  • Spread into lightly greased 15x10x1-inch baking pan.
  • Bake 20 min., stirring occasionally. Cool completely. Store in airtight container at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 190, Fat 14 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 110 mg, Carbohydrate 11 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 6 g, Protein 6 g

SUGARED SPICED NUTS



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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.

GLAZED SPICY CINNAMON PECANS



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This makes a great gift. Put pecans in mason jar and tie lid with ribbon or raffia. My family and friends love them and request them every holiday. Easy and inexpensive gift. Adjust spice to your liking.

Provided by Arlene Verret Noble

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Nuts and Seeds

Time 45m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 6

½ cup butter, melted
1 cup white sugar
3 large egg whites, lightly beaten
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 pinch cayenne pepper, or to taste
4 cups pecan halves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil. Pour butter over foil layer.
  • Whisk sugar, egg whites, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper together in a large bowl. Add pecans and toss to fully coat. Spread coated pecans on the buttered baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven, stirring and flipping pecans after 10 minutes, until pecans are toasted, about 20 minutes. Cool pecans on baking sheet for 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 308.2 calories, Carbohydrate 16.8 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 27.2 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 51.3 mg, Sugar 13.7 g

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