A festive blend of roasted nuts, pretzels, cranberries, and spices ideal for holiday enjoyment.
# 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 (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)
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Place cashews, pecans, and almonds into a large mixing bowl.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, maple syrup or honey, brown sugar, sea salt, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper if using.
04 - Pour the sweet and salty mixture over the nuts and toss to coat them evenly.
05 - Spread the coated nuts in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 15 to 18 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden and fragrant.
06 - Remove from oven, immediately add pretzels and dried cranberries, and gently toss to combine.
07 - Allow the nut mixture to cool completely on the baking sheet to let the coating harden.
08 - Transfer to a serving bowl or an airtight container for storage.
