Candied Nuts with Smoked Almonds

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Low Fod Map
Health score
27%
Candied Nuts with Smoked Almonds
45 min.
4
933kcal

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Looking for a perfect snack to elevate your next gathering or simply indulge in a sweet and savory treat? These Candied Nuts with Smoked Almonds are sure to delight your taste buds with their irresistible combination of smoky, crunchy, and spicy flavors. Not only do they satisfy your cravings, but they’re also a great option for those who follow a vegetarian, gluten-free, or low FODMAP diet. With the richness of Marcona almonds, the warmth of fresh rosemary, and a touch of cayenne pepper, these nuts offer a sophisticated twist on your typical candied snack.

What makes this recipe even better is its versatility—whether you’re serving them as an appetizer, snack, or antipasti, these candied nuts will impress your guests. The delicate glaze formed by sugar and butter coats the nuts just perfectly, and the added smoked almonds bring an extra layer of depth to the flavor profile. Plus, they’re quick to prepare, making them a convenient treat for any occasion.

With just the right balance of sweetness and spice, these candied nuts offer the perfect snack for any time of the day. Whether enjoyed on their own or paired with a refreshing drink, they are bound to become a new favorite in your kitchen. Get ready to create a snack that’s not only mouthwatering but also a conversation starter!

Ingredients

  • cup almonds smoked
  • ounces almonds in oil (not ;)
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground pepper 
  • 0.3 cup rosemary leaves fresh
  • teaspoons ground coriander 
  • servings kosher salt 
  • 1.5 cups pecans 
  • cup sugar 
  • tablespoon butter unsalted

Equipment

  • baking sheet
  • baking paper
  • pot
  • sieve

Directions

  1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Combine sugar and 3 tablespoons water in a largewide pot over medium heat and cook,stirring frequently, until sugar is dissolved.Continue cooking, stirring frequently,until liquid simmers briskly, top is coveredwith bubbles, and sugar is just starting tocrystallize, about 2 minutes.
  3. Add pecans and skinned almonds; stirquickly to coat nuts evenly. Continue to stiruntil sugar is crystallized and very dry, about2 minutes.
  4. Pour nuts onto prepared bakingsheet; let cool slightly. Wash pot.
  5. Break up any nuts that have clumpedtogether.
  6. Place in a sieve; shake off excesssugar. Set a clean sheet of parchment onbaking sheet. Return nuts to pot; cookover medium heat, stirring frequently, untilsugar starts to melt. Reduce heat to low; stirfrequently until sugar is melted and nuts arenicely glazed, about 25 minutes.
  7. Remove pot from heat; stir in rosemary,butter, coriander, and cayenne.
  8. Transfer toprepared baking sheet; let cool slightly.
  9. Transfer candied nuts to a large mixingbowl, breaking up clumps.
  10. Add smokedalmonds. Toss well; season to taste with salt.DO AHEAD: Nuts can be made 1 day ahead.Store airtight at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories933kcal
Protein8.14%
Fat62.54%
Carbs29.32%

Properties

Glycemic Index
33.02
Glycemic Load
35.8
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
29.410434865757%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
5.91mg
Delphinidin
2.7mg
Catechin
3.69mg
Epigallocatechin
4.12mg
Epicatechin
0.77mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.85mg
Eriodictyol
0.2mg
Naringenin
0.76mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Isorhamnetin
2.07mg
Kaempferol
0.31mg
Quercetin
0.28mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:933.32kcal
46.67%
Fat:69.11g
106.32%
Saturated Fat:7.13g
44.58%
Carbohydrates:72.91g
24.3%
Net Carbohydrates:58.84g
21.4%
Sugar:54.81g
60.9%
Cholesterol:7.53mg
2.51%
Sodium:196.32mg
8.54%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:20.24g
40.48%
Manganese:3.5mg
175.1%
Vitamin E:20.71mg
138.09%
Magnesium:261.55mg
65.39%
Copper:1.27mg
63.58%
Vitamin B2:0.96mg
56.41%
Fiber:14.07g
56.29%
Phosphorus:486.11mg
48.61%
Zinc:4.2mg
28.01%
Vitamin B1:0.41mg
27.3%
Calcium:250.81mg
25.08%
Iron:4.17mg
23.14%
Potassium:756.82mg
21.62%
Vitamin B3:3.33mg
16.64%
Folate:44.82µg
11.2%
Vitamin B6:0.2mg
9.85%
Selenium:5.24µg
7.48%
Vitamin B5:0.7mg
7.05%
Vitamin A:262.41IU
5.25%
Vitamin K:1.75µg
1.66%
Vitamin C:1.18mg
1.43%
Source:Epicurious