Best 7 Sweet Savory Roasted Spiced Walnuts Recipes

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Sweet savory roasted spiced walnuts are a delightful treat that combine the flavors of sweet, savory, and spicy to create a unique and unforgettable snack or addition to your favorite dishes. Made with wholesome walnuts, these roasted nuts are coated in a tantalizing blend of spices, including brown sugar, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and a touch of cayenne pepper, resulting in a crunchy texture and a burst of flavors that will leave you wanting more.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

SPICED ROASTED WALNUTS (VEGAN & GF)



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These spiced roasted walnuts make the perfect salad topper or healthy snack. Easy, versatile, and done in 20 minutes. They are gluten-free and 100% vegan.

Provided by Sharon Chen

Categories     Snacks

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups walnut halves
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil or melted butter if not vegan
1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes
1 tablespoon fresh thyme, minced (or 1 teaspoon dried thyme)
1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, minced (or 1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, chopped)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Place walnuts in a large bowl and toss walnuts with olive oil.
  • Add all spices in the bowl and toss well.
  • Lay the spiced walnuts on a baking sheet in a single layer. Optional: use aluminum foil or parchment paper for easy clean-up. Bake for 5-10 minutes until golden brown. Enjoy!
  • Heat olive oil or melt 2 tablespoons butter in a large, heavy skillet over medium heat, 2-3 minutes.
  • Add walnuts, sprinkle with desired seasonings. Stir frequently to prevent walnuts from burning. Toast for 1-2 minutes or until the walnuts are golden brown. Transfer to a cookie sheet or a plate to let cool.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 cup, Calories 291 calories, Sugar 0.1g, Sodium 388mg, Fat 29.7g, SaturatedFat 2.8g, Carbohydrate 5.6g, Fiber 2.9g, Protein 5.3g, Cholesterol 0mg

SPICED WALNUTS



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Cayenne pepper gives these slightly sweet walnuts a piquant kick.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Time 10m

Yield Makes 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon honey
2 teaspoons olive oil
2 cups walnut halves
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, heat honey, oil, and 1 tablespoon water over medium heat. Add walnuts; toss to coat.
  • Sprinkle the sugar, salt, cumin, coriander, and cayenne over the nuts. Cook, tossing and stirring until the nuts are well coated and lightly browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Transfer to a baking sheet to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 195 g, Fat 18 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4 g

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

SWEET & SPICY NUTS



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Hot and spicy with a hint of brown-sugar sweetness, these snacking nuts are simply sensational. You and your guests will not be able to stop munching! The quick-and-easy skillet recipe also makes a great stocking stuffer or last-minute holiday gift from the kitchen. -Patty Lok, Sherman Oaks, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon ground chipotle powder
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 cup shelled walnuts
1 cup pecan halves
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 tablespoon water
1-1/2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
Dash Louisiana-style hot sauce

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the salt and spices; set aside. In a large heavy skillet, melt butter. Add walnuts and pecans; cook over medium heat until nuts are toasted, about 4 minutes., Sprinkle with spice mixture. Add the brown sugar, water, Worcestershire and hot sauce. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until sugar is melted. Spread on foil to cool. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 321 calories, Fat 30g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 218mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

SIMPLE SWEET AND SAVORY SPICED WALNUTS



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These are really simple and use much less butter than some. They are mildly sweet and mildly spicy---those who love super spicy will have to add cayenne, etc. They are a lovely complement to a glass of sherry or a cheese board to be served with wine. They are a great addition to salads and can be chopped and included in any number of sweet and savory pastries.

Provided by Chef Kate

Categories     Savory

Time 20m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups walnut halves
1/4 cup brown sugar (dark or lite(may use more if you prefer the nuts sweeter)
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon five-spice powder
3 -4 roasted garlic cloves
1 tablespoon butter

Steps:

  • Have ready a silpat on a sheet pan or a parchment lined pan on a surface which can withstand heat.
  • Mash the garlic with the brown sugar and spices to form a paste.
  • Melt the butter in a non stick skillet over medium heat.
  • Add the sugar/spice paste to the skillet and, using a wooden spoon or spatula, stir to combine the butter and paste (about a minute or two).
  • Once it is roughly combined, add the walnuts and stir to coat; this will take no more than a minute or two.
  • When the walnuts are coated, transfer them to the silpat or parchment.
  • Spread them out with your wooden spatula and allow to cool.
  • Store the cooled nuts in a tin or jar.
  • Use in salads (butter lettuce, beets, blue cheese and these nuts--super!), or as a nibble with cocktails/apertifs.

SWEET & SAVORY ROASTED SPICED WALNUTS



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These addictively delicious walnuts make for crunchy nibbling to enjoy out of hand or on a salad. This snack can be prepared well in advance and stored in an airtight container at room temperature. A slender rasp-style grater is the ideal tool for the orange zest. Recipe is from Williams-Sonoma's "Thanksgiving Entertaining".

Provided by blucoat

Categories     Oranges

Time 45m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 tablespoons sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1 large egg white
2 teaspoons grated orange zest
2 cups walnut halves

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 375°F Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly butter the foil.
  • In a small bowl, combine the sugar, cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, salt and pepper. In another bowl, whisk the egg white until frothy. Add the sugar mixture and whisk to blend, then whisk in the orange zest. Add the walnuts and stir until thoroughly coated. Spread the walnuts on the prepared baking sheet in an even layer.
  • Bake the walnuts, stirring every 10 minutes to loosen them, until golden, about 30 minutes. Transfer the walnuts to a bowl and let cool. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 weeks.

SWEET AND SAVORY SPICED NUTS



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Provided by Andrea Albin

Categories     Bake     Thanksgiving     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Cocktail     Pecan     Walnut     Healthy     Cinnamon     Cumin     Paprika     Gourmet

Yield Makes 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
Pinch of ground cloves
1 large egg white
2 cups walnut halves (1/2 pound)
2 cups pecan halves (1/2 pound)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F with rack in middle. Lightly oil a 4-sided sheet pan.
  • Whisk together sugar, spices, and 3/4 teaspoon salt in a small bowl. Whisk egg white in a medium bowl until frothy, then stir in nuts. Add spice mixture and toss to coat.
  • Spread nut mixture in 1 layer in sheet pan. Bake, stirring once or twice, until dry and well toasted, about 20 minutes. Loosen nuts from pan, then cool completely.
  • What to drink:
  • Schloss Saarstein 1st Growth Riesling Kabinett '08

Tips:

  • Choose fresh walnuts: Look for plump, unblemished walnuts with no signs of cracking or mold.
  • Use a variety of spices: Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices to create your own unique flavor combination. Some popular spices to use with walnuts include cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cardamom, and chili powder.
  • Roast the walnuts until they are fragrant: This will help to bring out their flavor and make them more crunchy.
  • Let the walnuts cool completely before storing them: This will help to prevent them from becoming soggy.
  • Store the walnuts in an airtight container in a cool, dry place: This will help to keep them fresh for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Roasted spiced walnuts are a delicious and versatile snack that can be enjoyed on their own or used in a variety of dishes. They are a great source of healthy fats, protein, and fiber, and they can help to boost your energy levels and improve your overall health. So next time you are looking for a healthy and satisfying snack, reach for a handful of roasted spiced walnuts. Your taste buds will thank you!

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