Homemade Candied Cashews are so simple to make, and completely delicious in so many ways! Enjoy them as a snack or as a topping for anything from ice cream to salads!
These nuts are crisp and crunchy, perfectly sweetened, and flavored with cinnamon, nutmeg, and maple syrup.
Why This Candied Cashews Recipe is So Good
- There are so many ways to enjoy candied cashews! They make a wonderful sweet and salty snack, but they're also delicious on salads, cheesecake, or as a crunchy topping for ice cream, yogurt, a pumpkin spice latte, or oatmeal.
- Cashews are like the Cadillac of nuts! In my opinion, cashews are just better than all of the other nut options. They're crunchy, buttery, and packed with healthy fats. They can be a bit more expensive than peanuts, but it's well worth it.
- Great for gifting. Need a last-minute gift for someone who's difficult to shop for? Give them something to eat! Homemade candied nuts with cinnamon are universally loved.
- A quick and easy recipe. These nuts are coated with egg whites, sugar, and spices, and then baked in the oven until they are caramelized and candied. The process is much easier than you might think, and we'll show you exactly how to do it!
Tips and Tricks for Making The Best Candied Cashews
- Try this method with other nuts! Candied walnuts, candied pecans, candied peanuts, or candied almonds are all possible with this basic recipe.
- Don't skip the salt. Without salt, these nuts would be quite sweet. The salt helps to balance everything out, and make this crunchy snack irresistible.
- Store them for later. Once made and cooled, candied cashews will stay fresh in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
More Snack Recipes
- White Chocolate Chex Mix
- Chocolate Covered Cranberries
- Air Fryer Pumpkin Seeds
- Mini Zucchini Pizzas
- Air Fryer Kale Chips
- Jalapeno Popcorn
Crunchy, sweet, tasty nut recipes are a real treat for the family. Check out these recipes: Candied Pecans, Cashew Brittle, Peanut Candy.
You might also enjoy this recipe I found for a savory cashew snack: Olive rosemary spiced cashews!
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Candied Cashews
Homemade Candied Cashews are so simple to make, and completely delicious in so many ways! These nuts are crisp and crunchy, perfectly sweetened, and flavored with cinnamon, nutmeg, and maple syrup.
Ingredients
- 1 large egg white
- 2 ½ cups whole cashews
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silpat mat. If using parchment, spray it lightly with nonstick cooking spray.
- In a large bowl, whip the egg white using a hand mixer on medium speed until it forms soft peaks– about 3 minutes.
- Add the cashews and vanilla to the bowl and stir until they are completely coated in the egg white.
- Next add the granulated sugar, maple syrup, cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg to the bowl. Stir until the cashews are evenly coated.
- Spread the cashews in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes.
- Then stir the nuts and bake for an additional 15 minutes. Stir again and bake for a final 10 minutes, or until the nuts are golden brown. In total, bake the cashews for 40 minutes, stirring twice.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the candied cashews to cool completely. Once cooled, break the cashews apart and store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Notes
- Try this method with other nuts! Candied walnuts, candied pecans, candied peanuts, or candied almonds are all possible with this basic recipe.
- Don't skip the salt. Without salt, these nuts would be quite sweet. The salt helps to balance everything out, and make this crunchy snack irresistible.
- Store them for later. Once made and cooled, candied cashews will stay fresh in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Nutrition
Calories: 218kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 6gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 126mgPotassium: 229mgFiber: 1gSugar: 11gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 19mgIron: 2mg
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