Spicy Cajun Nuts Mix (Printable version)
A bold blend of nuts seasoned with fiery Cajun spices delivers a crunchy, flavorful treat.
# What You'll Need:
→ Nuts
01 - 1 cup raw cashews
02 - 1 cup raw pecan halves
03 - 1 cup raw almonds
04 - 1 cup raw peanuts
→ Spices & Seasonings
05 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
06 - 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
07 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
08 - 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
09 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
10 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
11 - 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
12 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
13 - 1 teaspoon kosher salt
14 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Optional
15 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
# How to Prepare:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine cashews, pecan halves, almonds, and peanuts.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, dried oregano, kosher salt, and black pepper. Add maple syrup or honey if using.
04 - Pour the spice mixture over the nuts and toss thoroughly until evenly coated.
05 - Spread the seasoned nuts in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
06 - Bake for 15 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden and fragrant.
07 - Remove from oven and let cool completely on the tray. Nuts will crisp as they cool.
# Expert advice:
01 -
- They are impossibly addictive once you start eating them
- The spice blend hits every flavor note from smoky to sweet
- You can make them in under 30 minutes with pantry staples
02 -
- The nuts might feel slightly soft when they first come out of the oven but they will crisp up as they cool
- Stirring halfway through prevents burning and ensures even coating on all sides
- Store completely cooled nuts in an airtight container for up to two weeks
03 -
- Buy raw nuts instead of roasted for the best texture and flavor absorption
- Weigh your nuts if possible since volume measurements can vary significantly