Sweet and spicy roasted nuts. The same says it all. Mixed nuts are tossed with sugar, salt, cumin, red pepper flakes and roasted to perfection. A terrific little nibble.

Sweet and spicy roasted nuts in a large green bowl on a wooden table.

These sweet and spicy nuts are addictive little snacks, so spread them around with care. The sugar and red-pepper flakes hit just the right balance of sugar and heat, making them a great accompaniment to drinks, especially Champagne.–David Leite


Why our testers loved this

Tester Elsa J. adored these roasted nuts. She loved that they’re “not too sweet, not too spicy, and with a little bit of mystery thrown in.” As with any recipe, she appreciated that the directions were “simple and functional”, and that the finished nuts turned out exactly as described — “perfect.”

Notes on ingredients

  • Egg white–This is the key ingredient for creating a shiny coating that allows the seasoning to stick to the nuts. You’ll need the white from 1 large egg.
  • Salt–You can use whatever salt you have on hand, but we’d recommend a finer grain here.
  • Mixed nuts–Use your favorite combination of nuts, but make sure you choose raw nuts.

How to make this recipe

  1. Preheat the oven to 300°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil, and coat with cooking spray.
  2. Whisk the egg white until foamy. Stir in the sugar and spices, then add the nuts and toss to coat.
  3. Roast the nuts. Cook in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet until deep golden brown. Cool completely before storing.

FAQs

How do I get my egg whites foamy?

An electric mixer or immersion blender will do it fast and efficiently. Begin whipping your egg whites at low speed until they become frothy. Once the egg whites are foamy, increase the speed to high until they become whipped to the desired stage.

You can also use a large balloon whisk if you’ve got elbow grease to spare.

Helpful tips

  • To avoid sticky nuts, make sure you let them cool completely before storing them.
  • These spiced roasted nuts can be made up to 1 week before serving. Store them in an airtight container at room temperature.
  • This sweet and spicy nuts recipe is suitable for gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegetarian diets.
  • Make a double batch, package half of them up in bags with cute tags, and include them as part of your edible holiday gifts.

More great spiced nut recipes

☞ If you make this recipe, or any dish on LC, consider leaving a review, a star rating, and your best photo in the comments below. I love hearing from you.–David

Sweet and Spicy Roasted Nuts

Sweet and spicy roasted nuts in a large green bowl on a wooden table.

Sweet and spicy roasted nuts. The same says it all. Mixed nuts are tossed with sugar, salt, cumin, red pepper flake and roasted to perfection. They’re a terrific little nibble.

Prep 5 mins

Cook 30 mins

Total 35 mins

  • Crank the oven to 300° (150°C). Line a lipped baking sheet with foil and coat the foil lightly with cooking spray.
  • Whisk the egg white until very foamy. Add the sugar, salt, cumin, and red-pepper flakes and whisk well. Stir in the nuts and coat completely.
  • Spread the nuts in a single layer on the baking sheet. Bake until they’re a deep golden brown, about 25 to 30 minutes, stirring often.

  • Remove the sheet from the oven and place it on a wire rack to cool. Break up any nutty clumps. The nuts can be made a week in advance. (Ha! Like they’ll ever last that long.) Store in an airtight container.
  1. Make-ahead–The roasted nuts can be made up to 1 week in advance.
  2. Storage–To avoid the nuts becoming sticky, cool them completely before storing them in an airtight container at room temperature.
  3. Dietary–This recipe is suitable for gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegetarian diets.

Serving: 1servingCalories: 234kcal (12%)Carbohydrates: 14g (5%)Protein: 7g (14%)Fat: 19g (29%)Saturated Fat: 2g (13%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gSodium: 306mg (13%)Potassium: 228mg (7%)Fiber: 3g (13%)Sugar: 5g (6%)Vitamin A: 81IU (2%)Vitamin C: 1mg (1%)Calcium: 28mg (3%)Iron: 1mg (6%)

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