Creole Spiced Nuts Mix (Printable)
Crunchy nuts coated with Creole spices create a bold and flavorful snack.
# What You'll Need:
→ Nuts
01 - 1 cup raw cashews
02 - 1 cup raw almonds
03 - 1 cup raw pecans
04 - 1 cup raw walnuts
→ Spices & Seasonings
05 - 2 tablespoons Creole seasoning
06 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
07 - 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
08 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
09 - 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
10 - 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
11 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
12 - 1 teaspoon sea salt
13 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
→ Coating
14 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
15 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
# How-To Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 325°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine all nuts.
03 - In a small bowl, mix together olive oil and maple syrup or honey. Pour the mixture over the nuts, tossing to coat evenly.
04 - Add all spices, herbs, salt, and pepper to the nuts. Toss until the nuts are well coated with the spice blend.
05 - Spread the nuts in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
06 - Bake for 18-20 minutes, stirring halfway through, until fragrant and golden brown.
07 - Remove from oven and let cool completely on the baking sheet. The nuts will crisp up as they cool.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The balance between sweet maple and bold Creole spice creates something addictive
- They disappear from parties faster than anything else Ive ever served
02 -
- These keep burning even after you pull them from the oven, so get them onto the parchment right away
- They won't feel crunchy until fully cooled, so don't panic when they seem slightly soft coming out
03 -
- A minute or two too long in the oven turns these bitter, so set that timer
- The cayenne is optional, but that tiny kick makes people keep reaching for more