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Greg’s Candied Nuts

By Meg Quinn

5 from 2 votes

Feb 10, 2024   Updated Nov 25, 2024

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Who doesn’t love spiced sweet nuts? On our second date, Greg made me his famous candied nuts, and I fell in love (with the nuts! And then with Greg). Now they’re somewhat of a tradition in our little family, so I wanted to share the love with all of you!

We call them “Greg’s Crusty Nuts” (yes, we’re aware!) because they are sweet, roast-y, crunchy, candied, delicious, and, yes, crusty (in the best possible way). Try them for yourself! I promise you’ll never serve regular ol’ mixed nuts ever again. 

For more snack ideas, try my Rotel Cheese Dip, Parmesan Chips, Salami Chips, Butter Board, and Viral Butter Candle.

Candied Nuts Ingredients

• 1 pound unsalted mixed nuts

• 1 large egg white

• 1 teaspoon kosher salt

• ½ cup sugar

• 2 teaspoons cinnamon

• 1 teaspoons ground ginger

• 1 teaspoon ground coriander

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How To Make Greg’s Roasted Nuts

• Preheat the oven to 300°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly coat with nonstick cooking spray.

• In a large bowl, whisk together the egg white, salt, and 1 TBSP water. Add the nuts and toss to coat. Drain thoroughly, about 4 minutes.

• In a second large bowl, combine the sugar, cinnamon, ginger, and coriander. Add the drained nuts and toss to evenly coat. Spread out in an even layer on the prepared sheet. Roast, rotating the sheet halfway through, until crusty and toasted, 40-45 minutes.

• Let the nuts cool on the sheet, then break apart. Enjoy!

Candied Nuts Recipe Video Tutorial

How to Serve Spiced Sweet Nuts

I like to eat them on their own as a snack, but they would also be delicious on any cheese board! Try subbing them in for the nuts on these boards:

• Cheese Board Picnic

• Baked Brie Cheese Board

• French Cheese Board

• Game Day Cheese Board

• Trader Joe’s Cheese Board

Show Me Your Candied Nuts

I hope this post inspires you to make Greg’s sweet and salty nuts. Nothing makes me happier than seeing the snacks and apps you create from my tips. If you make something inspired by this post, please tag me at @ainttooproudtomeg so I can see and share! 

And, If you liked this recipe, please rate and review.

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5 from 2 votes

Greg’s Crusty Nuts Recipe

Make these sweet and salty candied nuts for yourself or a party!

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Ingredients

• 1 lb unsalted mixed nuts
• 1 large egg white
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 2 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tsp ground ginger
• 1 tsp ground coriander

Instructions 

• Preheat the oven to 300°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly coat with nonstick cooking spray.
• In a large bowl, whisk together the egg white, salt, and 1 TBSP water. Add the nuts and toss to coat. Drain thoroughly, about 4 minutes.
• In a second large bowl, combine the sugar, cinnamon, ginger, and coriander. Add the drained nuts and toss to evenly coat.
• Spread the nuts out in an even layer on the prepared sheet. Roast, rotating the sheet halfway through, until crusty and toasted, 40-45 minutes.
• Let the nuts cool on the sheet, then break apart. Enjoy!

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