I love to make a batch of these Sweet & Spicy Mixed Nuts for those long road trips. In my case, when we go camping. It’s not unheard of that I will drive 4-5 hours in one day to get to our destination. So these Mixed Nuts come in really handy!
I recommend you use unsalted mixed nuts for this recipe as you will be adding several seasonings and if you use mixed nuts that are pre-salted, it might be a little too much salt when all is said and done. You can also leave out the kosher salt listed in this recipe if you use salted mixed nuts.
If you really want to crank up the heat, I would suggest adding a little more cayenne pepper than listed in the recipe. But be careful when using cayenne, a little goes a long way! You have been warned!
The kind of mixed nuts you pick for this recipe is totally up to you as well. I have had good luck finding a 2-pound container of unsalted mixed nuts at a reasonably priced at Costco and Sam’s Club.
For another great snack, you need to make my Spicy Chili Lime Roasted Pumpkin Seeds. Great for road trips.
Kitchen Gadgets
Using the Right Equipment can make a BIG Difference. Check out our Favs!
Gather your Ingredients
You will need the following ingredients to make this Sweet and Spicy Mixed Nuts recipe (see recipe card for quantities): Mixed Nuts, Light Brown Sugar, White Sugar, Paprika, Ground Cinnamon, Cayenne Pepper, Kosher Salt and Egg.
How to Make Sweet and Spicy Mixed Nuts
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Spread the mixed nuts on a baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes. Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Reduce temperature to 325°F.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine both sugars, paprika, cinnamon, cayenne and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat the egg white and 1 tablespoon of water until frothy. Add the mixed nuts to the egg white mixture and toss to coat. Then toss the nut mixture with the sugar and spice mixture.
- Line the baking sheet with parchment paper. Spread the nuts in a single layer on the baking sheet and bake, stirring occasionally, until the coating is set, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Let the nuts cool on the baking sheet. Separate them with a fork as they cool.
Printable Recipe Card
Sweet and Spicy Mixed Nuts
↑ Click stars to rate
Ingredients
- 4 Cups Mixed Nuts, unsalted
- ¼ Cup Light Brown Sugar, packed
- 2 Tbsp White Sugar
- 1 Tsp Paprika
- 1 Tsp Ground Cinnamon
- ½ Tsp Cayenne Pepper
- ½ Tsp Kosher Salt
- 1 Egg White
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- Spread the mixed nuts on a baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes. Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Reduce temperature to 325°F.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine both sugars, paprika, cinnamon, cayenne and salt. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, beat the egg white and 1 tablespoon of water until frothy. Add the mixed nuts to the egg white mixture and toss to coat. Then toss the nut mixture with the sugar and spice mixture.
- Line the baking sheet with parchment paper. Spread the nuts in a single layer on the baking sheet and bake, stirring occasionally, until the coating is set, 15 to 20 minutes.
- Let the nuts cool on the baking sheet. Separate them with a fork as they cool.
He to toss in an extra tsp or more of cayenne. First go round wasn’t at all spicy!
Made this and can only say it’s no (BS) it will turn out every time!! And the are delicious and addictive. Easy to follow and you won’t regret!! Come on superbowl 2023
Yes they are very addictive!
Made this and can only say it’s no (BS) it will turn out every time!! And the are delicious and addictive. Easy to follow and you won’t regret!! Come on superbowl 2023
I love nuts, any kind of nuts. So I decided to try this recipe. There is nothing negative I can say about this recipe. The egg white makes these nuts shiny and the spices make them very tasty. A great idea to put them in a jar for gifts for hostess gifts. They are beyond delicious. They have a crunchy taste. Will make these time and time again.