Spicy sugar coated nuts are the perfect balance of sweet and heat that can satisfy any sweet or salty craving. They are also surprisingly easy to make, and they make a great gift for friends and family. Whether you're looking for a party snack or a guilty pleasure, these spicy sugar coated nuts are sure to hit the spot.
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SUGAR COATED NUTS RECIPE
Sugar Coated Nuts make a delicious little nibble. Perfect for serving at parties, showers or when entertaining, these sugar coated nuts are always a hit!
Provided by Robyn Stone | Add a Pinch
Categories Appetizer
Time 38m
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350º F.
- Add sugar and water to a medium saucepan over medium heat. Allow sugar to dissolve and then add nuts. Stirring frequently, cook until all nuts are well coated and there is no more liquid in saucepan. Pour nuts onto a rimmed baking sheet and place into oven. Bake for 30 minutes, stirring about halfway through.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 143 kcal, Carbohydrate 30 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 11 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 83 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g, UnsaturatedFat 9 g, ServingSize 1 serving
CONTEST-WINNING SUGAR 'N' SPICE NUTS
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
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
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
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
SPICY COATED NUTS
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
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
SOUTHERN SPICED PECANS
Pop these tasty pecans in your mouth...and you'll immediately want more. A mix of salty and sweet, the nuts are seasoned with cumin, cayenne, sugar and salt. They make a great hostess gift, too. -Carol Feaver, Marion, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Snacks
Time 35m
Yield 3 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a large skillet, melt butter. Add cumin and cayenne; cook and stir for 1 minute. Remove from the heat; stir in the pecans, sugar and salt; toss to coat. , Spread in a single layer in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 300° for 25-30 minutes or until lightly browned, stirring occasionally. Cool. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 214 calories, Fat 22g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 228mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
SWEET & SPICY GLAZED PECANS
I love to add these pecans to salads of all kinds. Of course, they are pretty great just as they are! Feel free to adjust the seasoning to suit your individual taste. Also, walnuts and mixed nuts are really good fixed this way.
Provided by Normaone
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 17m
Yield 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Butter a large, heavy cookie sheet.
- In a small, heavy saucepan, combine first 4 ingredients.
- Over medium heat, stir until sugar dissolves and mixture comes to a boil.
- Boil 2 minutes.
- Add pecans and stir until they are coated with the mixture, about 1 minute.
- Transfer pecans to the cookie sheet, spreading evenly into a single layer.
- Bake until pecans are just starting to brown, about 13 minutes.
- Transfer to another cookie sheet that is lined with wax paper.
- Separate the pecans and cool completely.
- Store in an airtight container.
SUGAR-AND-SPICE CANDIED NUTS
Categories Nut Dessert Bake Cocktail Party Super Bowl Vegetarian Kid-Friendly Quick & Easy Spice Shower Party Gourmet Kidney Friendly Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Soy Free Kosher Diabetes-Friendly Small Plates
Yield Makes about 2 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 350°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly butter parchment.
- Stir together butter, sugar, corn syrup, spices, and salt in a 1 1/2- to 2-quart heavy saucepan and bring to a boil over high heat. Add nuts and cook, stirring constantly, 3 minutes. Spread nuts in 1 layer on lined baking sheet, separating any clumps. Bake, stirring nuts once with a heatproof rubber (silicone) spatula halfway through baking (keep nuts in 1 layer), until golden and bubbling, 12 to 15 minutes. Cool on baking sheet on a rack 45 minutes, then break into small clusters with your hands.
SUGAR AND SPICE CANDIED PECANS
Holiday Treats! Can them for gifts! Top Christmas cookies with them! Garnish a salad with them. Or just eat them as is yummy good. Decorate a cake or pumpkin pie with them. Ok you know what you better double the recipe!
Provided by Rita1652
Categories Fruit
Time 20m
Yield 3 cups
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Butter large cookies sheets.
- Heat in a saucepan melted butter, water and sugar till sugar is dissolved, add spices and pecans stirring till well coated about 3-5 minutes.
- Transfer to cookie sheet and bake until golden about 10 minutes.
- Cool store in airtight containers.
Tips:
- Use a large pot or skillet to ensure the nuts have enough space to coat evenly.
- Stir the nuts constantly while cooking to prevent burning.
- Use a candy thermometer to ensure the sugar syrup reaches the correct temperature.
- Add the nuts to the sugar syrup when it reaches the soft-crack stage (300°F).
- Stir the nuts in the sugar syrup until they are evenly coated.
- Spread the nuts on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet to cool.
- Separate the nuts while they are still warm to prevent them from sticking together.
- Store the nuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Conclusion:
Spicy sugar-coated nuts are a delicious and easy-to-make snack that is perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a sweet and spicy treat that is sure to please everyone. These nuts are also a great gift idea for friends and family. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy snack, give spicy sugar-coated nuts a try. You won't be disappointed!
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