Spicy Roasted Nuts
Spicy Roasted Nuts
These are crunchy and just a little spicy — a perfect gift for any nut-lover on your list! Package them in small plastic bags, or in small lidded jars. Tie a ribbon around, add a gift tag, and get ready to say, “You’re welcome”!
kitchen gear
- Rimmed baking sheet
- Measuring spoons
- Spoon, for mixing
- Pot holders
Ingredients
- 4 cups raw almonds, walnuts, pecans, or a combination
- 1 1⁄2 tablespoons vegetable or olive oil
- 1 1⁄2 teaspoons teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Turn the oven on and set the heat to 300 degrees.
- Put all the ingredients on the baking sheet and use the spoon to mix well.
- Once the oven temperature has reached 300 degrees, carefully put the baking sheet in the oven and roast until the nuts are a shade darker, 10-12 minutes. Set aside to cool before packaging.
Notes
FANCY THAT!
To make the nuts:
- Sweet: add 1 tablespoon honey, real maple syrup, or sugar.
- Curried: add 2 teaspoons curry powder.
- Spicier: double the chili powder.