Sweet and Spicy Nut Mix

This Sweet and Spicy Nut Mix is a perfect snack for cafes and caterers. Packed with flavor and energy, it's an easy-to-make treat that uses bulk nuts and dried fruits to keep costs low and profits high.

Prep 10 min · Cook 15 min · Total 25 min · Serves 20 · Beginner

Ingredients

• 2 lbs Almonds (Raw, unsalted)
• 2 lbs Cashews (Raw, unsalted)
• 1 lb Pecans (Raw, unsalted)
• 1 lb Craisins (Dried, sweetened)
• 1/2 cup Honey (For glaze)
• 1 tbsp Cayenne Pepper (Adjust to taste)
• 1 tbsp Salt (Coarse sea salt)
• 1 tbsp Cinnamon (For flavor)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). (10 min)
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine almonds, cashews, and pecans.
3. In a small saucepan, heat honey over low heat and stir in cayenne pepper, salt, and cinnamon until well mixed.
4. Pour the honey mixture over the nuts and toss to coat evenly.
5. Spread the nut mixture evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6. Bake for 10-15 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until nuts are golden and fragrant. (15 min)
7. Remove from oven and allow to cool. Once cooled, mix in the Craisins.
8. Store in an airtight container until ready to serve.

Recipe by BoxNCase Test Kitchen for the BoxNCase Chef Network.