We're nuts about these! - 11 recipes
Whether they are spiced, roasted, candied, or sweet-and-spicy, nuts are a must have for your Christmas appetizer spread!
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Slow-Cooker Candied Nuts
By rrxing
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Servings 12
Preparation time 10
Cooking time 120
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
- 1 1/2 cups pecan halves
- 1 1/2 cups walnut halves
- 1 cup unblanched almonds
A healthier snack alternative, these Slow-Cooker Candied Nuts are always on hand for me when I need a boost or to q...
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Cinnamon Roasted Pecans
By á-18433
Simple, sweet and scrumptious! Slow roasted pecans are covered in a cinnamon sugar glaze
- 1 egg white
- 1 tablespoon water
- 2 1/2 cups pecan halves
- 1/2 cup white sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Spicy Fried Mixed Nuts
By Wewah
Spicy fried mixed nuts are packed full of flavor and can be enjoyed with a nice cold adult beverage
- 2 tablespoons peanut oil
- 1 cup unsalted cashew nuts
- 1 cup unsalted almonds
- 1 cup unsalted macademia nuts
- 1 rosemary twig, just the leafs
- 1 tablespoon flaky sea salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- Pinch of red chili flakes
Spicy, Salty, Sweet Roasted Mix Nuts
By emp1438
These roasted nuts are almost impossible to stop eating! They're super easy to make, and they make fantastic party ...
- 1 tablespoon ground cumin
- 1 tablespoon ground coriander
- 1 tablespoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon dried mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1 tablespoon sumac or sweet paprika
- 1 to 2 teaspoons red pepper flakes (depending on desired heat)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 6 or 7 cups mixed nuts, such as peanuts, cashews, almonds, hazelnuts, pecans and walnuts
- 2 large egg whites
Hidden Valley Candied Nuts
By á-174535
Need a boost? Try this simple candied nuts recipe with amazing sweet and savory flavors! I always have them handy w...
- 2 cups mixed nuts (walnuts, almonds, pecans, etc.)
- 1 large egg white lightly beaten
- 1/4 cup dark-brown sugar, packed
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Hidden Valley® Original Ranch® Salad Dressing & Seasoning Mix
Candied Pecans
By Foodiewife, A Feast for the Eyes
These candied pecans are truly addictive
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 tablespoon ground cinnamon (adjust to your taste; I like 1/2 to 1 teaspoon of cinnamon)
- 2 cups nuts (pecans or walnuts are excellent, whole almonds are good too)
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla
- 1/4 cup water
- Optional: substitute 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, or to taste, instead of cinnamon and definitely gives a great pop of flavor
Trisha Yearwood's Sugared Pecans
By á-10966
Candied pecans are a sweet treat that's great as a dessert or as a quick snack
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, melted
- 3 large egg whites
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 4 cups pecan halves
Crock Pot Cinnamon Almonds
By kayjayjohnson
It's really easy to make slow cooker cinnamon sugar candied almonds & they're even better than the mall or your fav
- 1 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 3 tablespoons cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1 egg white
- 2 teaspoon vanilla
- 3 cups almonds
- 1/4 cup water
Rosemary Roasted Nuts
By á-10360
Roasted, walnuts, almond and pumpkin seeds with sweet and savory flavors
- 3 cups whole unblanched almonds
- 1 1/2 cups walnuts
- 1 cup raw pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
- 2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, finely snipped
- 2 teaspoons brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
Baked Brie with Raspberry Jam, Almonds, & Cranberries
By á-32809
Pamper your guests this holiday season with this decadent and delicious treat, Baked Brie with Raspberry Jam, Almon...
- 1 10x10-inch piece frozen puff pastry, defrosted
- 1 (8-ounce) wheel Brie cheese, rind intact
- 2 tablespoons seedless raspberry jam
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries, softened in hot water, drained, and patted dry
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 teaspoon water
- Crackers (optional for serving)
- Sliced baguette (optional for serving)
- Sliced apples (optional for serving)
- Grapes (optional for serving)
Goat Cheese, Cranberry & Walnut Canapes
By LRay
These easy canapes are perfect for a light snack or appetizer in autumn
- 24 walnut halves (about 3/4 cup)
- 4 teaspoons olive oil
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Coarse salt and ground pepper
- 24 thin slices whole-wheat baguette, from 1/2 baguette
- 8 ounces fresh goat cheese
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme, choped, plus whole leaves for garnish
Gorgonzola & Toasted Walnut Spread
By á-177978
Walnuts give this Gorgonzola cheese bread a nice crunch and flavor
- 1 cup Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
- 1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese, softened
- 3 tablespoons half-and-half
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
- 1/2 cup walnuts, chopped, toasted*
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- French bread slices
- Apple and pear slices
Cashews with Sea Salt & Black Pepper
By á-4084
Simple yet delightful, these salt and pepper cashews are easy to make and taste delicious! Set this snack out at yo...
- 1 cup unsalted cashews
- 1/4 cup sunflower or peanut oil (Sunflower has a milder taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper, or to taste
Spiced Popcorn with Pecans & Raisins
By á-174535
Sweet, spicy and savory, this popcorn pecan snack will become a favorite for your family and friends
- 5 cups popped popcorn
- 2 cups pecans
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter or virgin coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1 cup golden raisins
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