I almost didn’t get a picture of this recipe…my husband and I stood around our kitchen island just mindlessly snacking and chit chatting. This recipe is super easy and it satisfies that snacky urge!
Sweet & spicy is one of my favorite flavor combinations and this recipe does not disappoint! Good luck just eating one bite. This is the perfect snack for when you want something different. Plus it’ll impress your friends…people love homemade snacks.
Ok, it’s me. I love homemade snacks. 😉
Enjoy!
Sweet & Spicy Mixed Nuts
Course: SnacksCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy6
servings20
minutes24
minutesSweet & spicy is one of my favorite flavor combinations and this recipe does not disappoint! Good luck just eating one bite. This is the perfect snack for when you want something different. Plus it’ll impress your friends…people love homemade snacks. Ok, it’s me. I love homemade snacks. 😉
Ingredients
4 Cups of Raw Mixed Nuts
1/2lb of Bacon
1 Teaspoon of Cajun Seasoning
1/2 Teaspoon of Cayenne Pepper
1 Tablespoon of Salt
1/3 Cup of Honey
1 Tablespoon of Bacon Fat
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350℉.
- Take the 1/2lb of bacon & chop into bite size pieces. Cook over medium heat until crispy. Set aside on a paper towel lined plate.
- In a small bowl, mix together the honey, Cajun seasoning, cayenne pepper, salt, & bacon fat.
- In a large bowl, combine the raw mixed nuts, honey spiced mixture, & bacon bits. Mix well! Pour out the mixture on a parchment lined sheet pan. Smooth down the mixture for even baking.
- Pop it into the oven for 12 minutes. Then give them a mix & bake for another 12 minutes.
- Once done, let them cool for 30 minutes. Then break them into chunks & serve!
We loved these nuts!!
We enjoyed these nuts!!