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Cinnamon Sugar Candied Nuts - You won't believe how easy this is to make, and it's the perfect budget-friendly gift for family and friends!

You won’t believe how easy this is to make, and it’s the perfect budget-friendly gift for family and friends!

Cinnamon Sugar Candied Nuts - You won't believe how easy this is to make, and it's the perfect budget-friendly gift for family and friends!

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This is my favorite recipe! So easy to make and so delicious. They’re so good, in fact, that my in-law’s determined they’re the only thing I absolutely have to bring to holiday dinners. This will be the 4th year I’m bringing them to Thanksgiving.
Morgan
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Candied nuts. What a holiday staple! Made so easily on a sheet pan (thank you parchment paper for a quick and easy clean up), and so perfect for snacking, entertaining or gifting. These bad boys disappear fast though so a double batch may be absolutely necessary here.

why make candied nuts at home

  • Budget-friendly. Candied pecans or candied almonds are so easy to make with a short ingredient list (about 5-6 ingredients) using pantry staples.
  • Versatile. Great for salad toppings, appetizers, cheese boards and holiday snacking.
  • Makes for great gifts. Candied nuts also make for a lovely last-minute holiday treat for friends, family, teachers, neighbors, dog walkers and co-workers.
Cinnamon Sugar Candied Nuts - You won't believe how easy this is to make, and it's the perfect budget-friendly gift for family and friends!

Ingredients

Egg white

This serves as a great binder to help the cinnamon sugar coating adhere to the nuts.

Sugar and brown sugar

A combination of granulated and light brown sugar is ideal. Coconut sugar can also be substituted.

Cinnamon

A good quality cinnamon is best.

Nuts

Use a combination of your favorite nuts! Just be sure to start with raw, unsalted nuts to avoid any unwanted added flavors.

Cinnamon Sugar Candied Nuts - You won't believe how easy this is to make, and it's the perfect budget-friendly gift for family and friends!

tips and tricks for success

  • Try different nuts. You can use your favorite combination of nuts – almonds, pecans, walnuts, or cashews – all of them will work very well here.
  • Double the recipe. Need a big batch? The recipe can easily be doubled using two sheet pans to avoid overcrowded pans.
  • Mix it up. Add chopped fresh herbs (thyme or rosemary) or a pinch of cayenne pepper for a little bit of heat!
Cinnamon Sugar Candied Nuts - You won't believe how easy this is to make, and it's the perfect budget-friendly gift for family and friends!

Tools For This Recipe

Baking sheet

Cinnamon Sugar Candied Nuts: Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of nuts can I use?

Any combination of almonds, pecans, walnuts or cashews are all solid choices.

Can I use store-bought cinnamon sugar?

Store-bought cinnamon sugar is fine to use in a pinch but we recommend making it homemade (using granulated sugar, light brown sugar and good quality cinnamon) for the best results possible. This allows you to control the cinnamon-sugar-ratio for the most perfect spice level.

Can I make this spicy?

You can add a little bit of chili powder or cayenne pepper for a kick of heat!

How can I store candied nuts?

Candied nuts can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for 1 week.

How can I make this into holiday gifts?

Pack them into mason jars or clear gift bags, tied off with a ribbon or bow.

Cinnamon Sugar Candied Nuts

Yield: 3 cups
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 30 minutes
Total: 40 minutes
You won't believe how easy this is to make, and it's the perfect budget-friendly gift for family and friends!
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Ingredients

  • 1 large egg white
  • ½ cup sugar
  • ¼ cup brown sugar, packed
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 2 cups raw almonds
  • 1 cup raw pecans

Equipment

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 300 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper; set aside.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together egg white and 1 tablespoon water until frothy, about 2 minutes; set aside.
  • In a medium bowl, combine sugars and cinnamon; set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine almonds, pecans and egg white mixture until well combined. Stir in brown sugar mixture until evenly coated.
  • Spread almond mixture onto prepared baking sheet in an even layer. Place into oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, stirring at halftime.
  • Let cool completely before serving.

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