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Sweet and Spicy Cashews

Deliciously sweet with just a hint of heat, you won't be able to stop nibbling on this tasty appetizer. Stress-free and easy to prepare, they are perfect for holiday parties or gifts!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 217kcal
Author: Heavenly Home Cooking

Ingredients

  • 1 egg white
  • 3 tablespoon maple syrup
  • 3 cups cashews , raw or lightly salted
  • ⅓ cup dark brown sugar , firmly packed
  • 2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon allspice
  • ½ teaspoon sea salt
  • ⅛-1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper , adjust depending on how much heat you want

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350° F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
    In a medium bowl, whisk egg white until foamy. Stir in maple syrup, then stir in nuts.
  • In a separate bowl stir together sugar, cinnamon, allspice, sea salt and cayenne pepper. Add the spice mixture to the nuts and toss to coat evenly.
  • Spread the nuts in a single layer on prepared baking pan. Bake at 350°F (176°C) 15-20 minutes. Stirring occasionally to break up any clumps.

Notes

Serving size is based on one ¼ cup serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 217kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 107mg | Potassium: 236mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 11g | Vitamin A: 9IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 2mg