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Spiced Nuts and Dried Fruit Mix

Spiced Nuts and Dried Fruit Mix

Snack
Prep Time
15min
Cook Time
30min
Servings
3
Calories
420
Chef's Note

The key to perfectly spiced nuts is allowing them to cool completely on the baking sheet before mixing with the dried fruits. This ensures maximum crispness. For a more savory version, reduce the maple syrup to 1 tablespoon and add 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika and 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder to the spice mix.

Tags
snack
nuts
dried fruit
gluten-free
dairy-free
vegetarian
make-ahead
holiday
homemade gift
high protein
Ingredients

  • 1 cup raw almonds

  • 3/4 cup raw cashews

  • 3/4 cup raw pecans

  • 1/2 cup raw walnuts

  • 1 large egg white

  • 1 tablespoon water

  • 3 tablespoons maple syrup

  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar

  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom

  • 1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt

  • 1/2 cup dried cherries

  • 1/2 cup dried apricots, chopped

  • 1/3 cup golden raisins

  • 1/4 cup crystallized ginger, finely diced

Instructions
  • 1

    Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

  • 2

    In a small bowl, whisk together 1 egg white and 1 tablespoon of water until frothy but not stiff.

  • 3

    In a separate small bowl, combine 3 tablespoons of maple syrup, 2 tablespoons of brown sugar, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon of ground cardamom, 1/2 teaspoon of ground ginger, 1/4 teaspoon of ground nutmeg, 1/8 teaspoon of cayenne pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon of fine sea salt.

  • 4

    Place all the nuts (1 cup almonds, 3/4 cup cashews, 3/4 cup pecans, and 1/2 cup walnuts) in a large mixing bowl and pour the egg white mixture over them. Toss thoroughly to coat all nuts evenly.

  • 5

    Add the spice mixture to the nuts and stir until all nuts are evenly coated with the spices.

  • 6

    Spread the coated nuts in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.

  • 7

    Bake for 25-30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes to ensure even toasting. The nuts are done when they're fragrant and lightly browned.

  • 8

    Remove from the oven and let cool completely on the baking sheet, about 30 minutes. The nuts will crisp up as they cool.

  • 9

    Once the nuts are completely cool, transfer them to a large bowl and add 1/2 cup dried cherries, 1/2 cup chopped dried apricots, 1/3 cup golden raisins, and 1/4 cup finely diced crystallized ginger.

  • 10

    Gently toss everything together until well mixed.

  • 11

    Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Information (per serving)
420
Calories
12g
Protein
35g
Carbs
28g
Fat
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