Caffeine Free Vegan Maple-Glazed Roasted Nuts
Warm, caramelized, and impossible to stop eating, this mixed nut recipe is the kind of snack that disappears fast at any gathering. Cashews, pecans, almonds, and walnuts get tossed in a glossy glaze of maple syrup, agave nectar, and melted coconut oil before hitting a low oven until everything turns deep amber and irresistibly toasty. A pinch of cinnamon and sea salt tie it all together, and the optional cayenne adds just enough heat to keep things interesting. Since every ingredient here is naturally plant-based and free of any stimulants, this is a genuinely worry-free treat you can enjoy any time of day without second-guessing the label. The real magic happens during cooling — the glaze hardens into a satisfying, crackling shell that makes each cluster feel almost candy-like. Keep a close eye during those final minutes in the oven, because the natural sugars move fast from perfectly toasted to overdone. Store any leftovers in an airtight container and they'll stay crisp and snackable for days — if they last that long.
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8 servings
- 1 cup raw cashews
- 1 cup raw pecan halves
- ½ cup raw almonds
- ½ cup raw walnut halves
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp agave nectar
- 1 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp fine sea salt
- ⅛ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- ¼ tsp vanilla powder (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
In a medium mixing bowl, stir together the maple syrup, agave nectar, melted coconut oil, ground cinnamon, fine sea salt, and cayenne and vanilla powder, if using, until combined.
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