Ingredients
Nuts
- 1 cup almonds
- 1 cup walnuts
- 1 cup cashews
- 1 cup hazelnuts
Spices
- 1.5 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
Other
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350° Fahrenheit (175° Celsius) and line a sheet pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease cleanup.
- Combine Nuts and Spices: In a mixing bowl, add all the nuts together. Separately, prepare the spice mixture by combining chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, black pepper, sea salt, and cayenne pepper in a small bowl or ramekin, mixing well.
- Coat Nuts: Drizzle the olive oil over the nuts and toss thoroughly to coat every piece. Then, sprinkle the prepared spice mixture evenly over the nuts and toss again to ensure all nuts are well seasoned.
- Roast Nuts: Spread the nuts in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Place the sheet pan in the preheated oven and roast for about 15 minutes. Be sure to remove the nuts halfway through the roasting time to stir them, promoting even cooking. Start checking at the 10-minute mark to avoid burning, as oven temperatures may vary.
- Cool Nuts: Remove the roasted nuts from the oven and allow them to cool completely on the sheet pan. Cooling will help them develop a crunchier texture.
- Store: Once cooled, store the spicy nuts in an airtight container at room temperature. They will stay fresh and tasty for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
- Ovens vary, so monitor nuts starting at 10 minutes to prevent burning.
- Mixing the nuts halfway through roasting ensures even browning.
- Adjust cayenne pepper to your preferred spice level.
- Store nuts in an airtight container to keep them fresh and crunchy.
- This snack is great for parties, road trips, or as a savory crunchy topping.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
