A festive mix of roasted nuts, pretzels, cranberries, and warm spices for holiday snacking.
# What you'll need:
→ 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 preferred)
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)
# Preparation steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine cashews, pecans, and almonds.
03 - Whisk melted butter, maple syrup or honey, brown sugar, sea salt, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper together until smooth.
04 - Pour glaze over nuts and toss thoroughly to ensure even coating.
05 - Spread coated nuts in a single layer on prepared baking sheet. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, stirring halfway through until golden and fragrant.
06 - Remove nuts from oven and immediately add pretzels and dried cranberries. Toss gently to combine.
07 - Allow mixture to cool completely on the baking sheet to harden. Transfer to serving bowl or airtight container for storage.
