Caffeine Free Rosemary Walnut and Pecan Mix
Snacking doesn't get much better than a warm, herb-scented handful of roasted nuts fresh from the oven. Walnuts and pecans get tossed with olive oil, fresh rosemary, a touch of maple syrup, and a smoky spice blend before being roasted low and slow until deeply fragrant and irresistibly crisp. The maple syrup adds just a whisper of sweetness that plays beautifully against the smoked paprika and cumin, and the optional cayenne brings a gentle heat for anyone who likes a little kick. This is exactly the kind of snack that disappears fast at a party or movie night — and it happens to be completely free of anything stimulating, making it a great reach-for-it-anytime option. Store-bought spiced nuts can be hit or miss with hidden additives, but this one is straightforward and made entirely from pantry staples you can trust. Let them cool fully on the baking sheet and they'll crisp up into that perfect, satisfying crunch that keeps you coming back for more.
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8 servings
- 1 ½ cups raw walnut halves
- 1 ½ cups raw pecan halves
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 tsp maple syrup
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika
- ¼ tsp 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
In a large mixing bowl, combine the walnuts and pecans with the olive oil, rosemary, maple syrup, cumin, smoked paprika, cayenne (if using), salt, and black pepper. Toss until every nut is evenly coated.
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