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Maple Spice Candied Cashews

Maple Spice Candied Cashews: A Sweet Crunchy Vegan Treat

Maple Spice Candied Cashews are a crunchy vegan snack that combines warm spices and sweet maple syrup for a delightful treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Cooling Time 20 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cashews
  • 1 cup raw cashews Substitution: Use any raw nuts like pecans or almonds for variety.
For the Sweet Coating
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup Substitution: Honey or agave nectar may work, though they are not vegan.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Adjust to taste for your preference.
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger Substitution: Fresh grated ginger can be used for a more intense flavor.
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves Substitution: Omit if not available; use additional cinnamon instead.
  • 1 pinch grated nutmeg Substitution: Use ground nutmeg in the same amount for convenience.
For Finishing Touch
  • 1 pinch flaky salt Substitution: Sea salt can be used if preferred.

Equipment

  • Medium skillet
  • Sheet pan
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium skillet, add 1 cup of raw cashews along with 1/2 cup of maple syrup, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon of ground ginger, 1/4 teaspoon of ground cloves, and a pinch of grated nutmeg. Stir over medium heat until combined and syrup begins to bubble.
  3. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, stirring constantly until cashews are shiny and coated.
  4. Remove from heat and spread nuts onto the parchment-lined sheet pan. Sprinkle with flaky salt and let cool completely for about 15-20 minutes.
  5. Store cooled cashews in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ozCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 5gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 7gCalcium: 1mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Store the Maple Spice Candied Cashews in an airtight container for optimum freshness.

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