Sugar and Spice Nuts

Holidays aren’t complete without some spicy toasted nuts to nibble on. This recipe came to me by way of my retired teachers group. It’s easy to make and super good. You might want to make an extra batch or two because they’ll go fast.

Sugar and Spice Nuts

1 cup cashews

1 cup pecan halves

1 cup dry roasted peanuts

1 egg white, beaten slightly

1/4 cup packed light brown sugar

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1/2 cup dried cranberries

Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Coat a rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray. (I lined my pan with parchment and sprayed it lightly.) In a large bowl, combine cashews, pecans, and peanuts. Add egg white and toss until evenly coated. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper. Mix well then add to nut mixture. Stir until nuts are well coated then spread on baking sheet in a single layer. Bake 18 to 20 minutes or until lightly toasted, stirring halfway through cooking time. Let cool. Mix dried cranberries into nuts. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container.

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