Wheat Free Honey Roasted Mixed Nuts
Warm honey, melted butter, and a whisper of cinnamon come together in a glossy glaze that clings to every cashew, almond, pecan, and walnut — the result is deeply caramelized, satisfyingly crunchy, and genuinely hard to stop eating. A pinch of cayenne is optional, but if you lean into it, that subtle heat against the sweet honey glaze is absolutely worth it. The whole thing comes together in one saucepan before hitting the oven, which means minimal cleanup and maximum reward. Since every ingredient here is naturally grain-free, there's no need to swap anything out or scrutinize a label — it's straightforwardly safe and delicious without any workarounds. The trickiest part is watching the oven in those final minutes, because honey can go from perfectly golden to too dark fast, so stay close. Once the glaze hardens as the nuts cool on the rack, you'll have a snack that's just as at home in a holiday gift tin as it is grabbed by the handful straight off the parchment.
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8 servings
- 1 cup raw cashews
- 1 cup raw almonds
- ½ cup raw pecan halves
- ½ cup raw walnut halves
- 3 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground cayenne pepper (optional)
- ¾ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
Combine the honey and butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the butter melts and the mixture is smooth, about 1–2 minutes.
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