Sweet and Spicy Mixed Nuts Recipe (Easy Party Snack)

Sweet and spicy mixed nuts on sheet pan with parchment paper and a scooper.

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Sweet and Spicy Mixed Nuts Recipe (Easy Party Snack)

This Sweet and Spicy Mixed Nuts Recipe is a quick make-ahead treat, perfect for gifting, and ideal for an easy party snack. We coat mixed nuts in a buttery maple-brown sugar glaze with smoky paprika and cayenne, then roast them until crunchy and irresistible.

Prep Time10

Cook Time40

Resting Time40

Total Time1 30

Course: Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 1053kcal

Author: Jami Powell

Ingredients

2.5 pounds unsalted mixed nuts about 8 cups
8 tablespoons unsalted butter (1 stick) melted
½ cup pure maple syrup
½ cup packed brown sugar
2 teaspoons smoked paprika
2 teaspoons cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 tablespoon kosher salt

Instructions

Line two large rimmed baking sheets with parchment or silicone mats. Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter, maple syrup, brown sugar, smoked paprika, cayenne, chili powder, and salt until smooth.
Add the mixed nuts and toss thoroughly until every nut is evenly coated.
Spread the nuts evenly on the pans. Bake for 35–40 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes for even coating and toasting.
Let the nuts cool completely on the pans (about 35-40 minutes). They’ll crisp as they cool. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 weeks.

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Notes

Storage Store cooled sweet and spicy nuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 weeks.

Freeze For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months.

Reheat: To re-crisp, bake at 275°F for 8 minutes.

Substitutions

Mixed Nuts: Substitute any variety, such as almonds, pecans, walnuts, cashews, or hazelnuts. Each nut changes the texture and taste, so you can customize the mix to suit your recipe or pantry.
Butter: Swap with coconut oil for dairy-free diets.
Maple Syrup: Replace with honey for a different type of sweetness.

Adjustments Cooking time may need to be adjusted based on the geography of the area (high vs. low elevation), cookware (stoneware vs traditional bakeware), and outdoor temperature if grilling.

Nutrition information is only an estimate

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