A festive mix of roasted nuts, crunchy pretzels, dried cranberries, and warm spices for holiday enjoyment.
# Ingredient List:
→ Nuts
01 - 1 cup raw cashews
02 - 1 cup raw pecans
03 - 1 cup raw almonds
→ Sweet and Salty Components
04 - 1 cup mini pretzels (use gluten-free if needed)
05 - 1/2 cup dried cranberries
06 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
07 - 2 tablespoons maple syrup or honey
08 - 2 tablespoons brown sugar
09 - 1 teaspoon sea salt
10 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
11 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Combine cashews, pecans, and almonds in a large bowl.
03 - Whisk melted butter, maple syrup or honey, brown sugar, sea salt, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper in a small bowl.
04 - Pour sweet and salty mixture over nuts and toss until evenly coated.
05 - Spread coated nuts in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
06 - Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, stirring halfway through, until nuts are golden and fragrant.
07 - Remove from oven and immediately add pretzels and dried cranberries; toss gently to combine.
08 - Allow mixture to cool completely on the baking sheet until coating hardens.
09 - Transfer cooled mix to a serving bowl or airtight container.
