Festive mix of roasted nuts, pretzels, dried cranberries, and sweet spices ready in 30 minutes.
# 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 required)
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 - In a large mixing bowl, combine cashews, pecans, and almonds.
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 evenly.
05 - Spread the coated nuts in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, stirring halfway through, until nuts are golden and fragrant.
06 - Remove baked nuts from oven and immediately add pretzels and dried cranberries. Toss gently to combine.
07 - Allow the mixture to cool completely on the baking sheet, letting the coating harden. Transfer to a serving bowl or airtight container once cooled.
