Sweet Hot Glazed Nuts

Transform your snacking routine with these irresistible Sweet Hot Glazed Nuts—an addictive blend of caramelized sweetness and a fiery kick! This quick and easy recipe combines the rich crunch of mixed nuts like almonds, pecans, and cashews with a luscious glaze made from brown sugar, honey, and a hint of butter. Infused with warm cinnamon, a touch of cayenne pepper for spice, and a dash of vanilla for depth, these nuts achieve the perfect balance of sweet and heat. Finished in the oven for a delightfully crisp coating, they’re ideal for gifting, party platters, or an elevated snack. Ready in under 30 minutes, these spiced glazed nuts are a crowd-pleasing treat that’s sure to disappear fast!

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups mixed nuts (e.g., almonds, pecans, cashews, walnuts)
• 0.25 cup granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup brown sugar, packed
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 optional baking spray or parchment paper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or spraying it lightly with non-stick cooking spray.

Step 2

In a large skillet or medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, unsalted butter, and honey. Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves and the butter is fully melted, about 3-4 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the cinnamon, cayenne pepper, and salt, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the glaze. Remove the skillet from heat and mix in the vanilla extract.

Step 4

Add the mixed nuts to the skillet and gently stir to coat them completely in the glaze.

Step 5

Spread the glazed nuts in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 6

Bake for 10-12 minutes, stirring once halfway through to ensure even toasting. Keep a close eye on the nuts to prevent burning.

Step 7

Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the nuts cool completely. The glaze will harden as they cool, creating a crunchy coating.

Step 8

Once cooled, break apart any large clusters and store the Sweet Hot Glazed Nuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(408.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2129.4

Total Fat 148.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 27.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 62mg	0%
Sodium 1208.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 183.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.8g	0%
Total Sugars 141.5g
Protein 40.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 303.9mg	0%
Iron 8.7mg	0%
Potassium 1719.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.9%

Protein: 7.3%

Carbs: 32.9%