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Texan BBQ Candied Nuts Recipe

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Texan BBQ Candied Nuts are a flavorful snack featuring mixed nuts coated in a spiced sugar mixture and baked until crisp. This recipe combines a touch of smoky BBQ spices with the natural crunch of nuts, perfect for snacking or topping salads and desserts.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups mixed nuts (such as almonds, pecans, walnuts, and cashews)
  • 1 large egg white
  • 3/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking.
  2. Prepare Nut Coating: In a large mixing bowl, whisk the egg white until frothy but not stiff. Add the sugar, smoked paprika, chili powder, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper to the egg white. Stir well to combine into a thick, spiced syrup.
  3. Coat Nuts: Add the mixed nuts to the spiced egg white mixture. Stir thoroughly to ensure each nut is evenly coated with the sugary spice mixture.
  4. Spread Nuts on Baking Sheet: Spread the coated nuts in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they are not crowded to ensure even baking.
  5. Bake Until Crisp: Bake the nuts in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through to promote even cooking and prevent burning. Watch closely toward the end to avoid over-browning.
  6. Cool and Serve: Remove the nuts from the oven and let them cool completely on the baking sheet. The nuts will crisp up more as they cool. Once cooled, break apart any clusters and store in an airtight container.

Notes

  • Adjust spices to your taste preference; reduce cayenne pepper for less heat.
  • Use a mixture of nuts for varied texture and flavor.
  • Store candied nuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.
  • These nuts make a great topping for salads, oatmeal, or ice cream.
  • Ensure nuts are in a single layer while baking for the best texture.

Keywords: candied nuts, BBQ nuts, spiced nuts, Texan snack, sweet and spicy nuts

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