Best 2 The Union Square Cafes Bar Nuts Recipes

Craving a delectable and savory snack to complement your evening relaxation or to serve at your next gathering? Look no further than the tantalizing Union Square Cafe Bar Nuts! These oven-roasted nuts are a symphony of flavors, combining the richness of almonds, cashews, and pecans with the sweet and tangy notes of honey, brown sugar, and a hint of cayenne pepper. Perfectly balanced between sweet and savory, these bar nuts promise an irresistible treat that will leave you reaching for more.

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UNION SQUARE CAFE'S BAR NUTS

UNION SQUARE CAFE'S BAR NUTS image

Categories Nut Appetizer Bake

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

18 ounces (2 1/4 cup) assorted unsalted nuts, including peeled peanuts, cashews, brazil nuts, hazelnuts, walnuts, pecans & whole unpeeled almonds
2 tbl chopped fresh rosemary
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
2 tsp dark brown sugar
2 tsp sea salt
1 tbl unsalted butter, melted

Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. 2. Toss the nuts in a large bowl to combine & spread out on a baking sheet. 3. Toast in the oven until light golden brown, about 10 minutes. 4. In a saucepan, melt butter. Once melted, combine rosemary, cayenne, sugar, and salt with the melted butter. Keep warm while nuts are cooking. 5. Thoroughly toss the toasted nuts in the spiced butter & serve warm.

UNION SQUARE CAFE BAR NUTS

Union Square Cafe Bar Nuts image

At first glance these may look like normal nuts, but when you take your first bite you realize they are anything but normal! I'm a big fan of rosemary and spice, so these nuts were a real winner for me. When Lindsey says they're addicting she's not kidding!

Provided by Lindsey McCue @lynz39

Categories Nuts

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

2 cup(s) mixed nuts
1 tablespoon(s) butter
2 tablespoon(s) fresh rosemary chopped
1/2 teaspoon(s) cayenne pepper
2 teaspoon(s) brown sugar
1 teaspoon(s) kosher salt (if using salted nuts you can omit this)

Steps:

Pre heat oven to 350 degrees.
Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Toast nuts on baking sheet until warm, lightly golden and fragrant, about 5 min.
In a small sauce pan on med. to low heat combine butter, rosemary, cayenne pepper and brown sugar and stir until melted and thoroughly combine.
In a large bowl toss warm nuts with hot butter mixture. Make sure to do this right away while everything is hot or it wont stick properly. Season with salt if using and toss to coat thoroughly.
Serve warm.

Tips:

Use a variety of nuts: The combination of different flavors and textures makes these bar nuts so irresistible.
Roast the nuts: Roasting brings out the natural oils and flavors of the nuts, making them even more delicious.
Use a variety of spices: The spices in this recipe add a ton of flavor to the nuts. Feel free to experiment with different spices to create your own unique blend.
Don't overcrowd the baking sheet: When roasting the nuts, make sure to spread them out in a single layer on the baking sheet. This will help them to roast evenly.
Store the nuts in an airtight container: Once the nuts are roasted and cooled, store them in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. This will help them to stay fresh for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

These Union Square Cafe Bar Nuts are a delicious and addictive snack. They're perfect for parties, picnics, or just enjoying at home. With a variety of nuts, spices, and a touch of honey, these nuts are sure to please everyone. So next time you're looking for a tasty snack, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!