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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If you're looking for a delicious, crunchy snack that’s both savory and sweet, these Candied Nuts with Smoked Almonds are the perfect treat. This recipe combines the rich, smoky flavor of almonds with the warmth of roasted pecans, all coated in a glossy, sugary glaze with a hint of rosemary and cayenne pepper. Ideal as an appetizer, a snack, or a unique addition to your next antipasti platter, these nuts are sure to be a hit at any gathering.

What makes this recipe even better is that it’s vegetarian, gluten-free, and low FODMAP, making it suitable for a wide variety of dietary preferences. The balance of flavors—sweet from the sugar, smoky from the almonds, and a touch of heat from the cayenne—creates an irresistible combination that’s impossible to stop snacking on. Plus, with a simple prep time of just 45 minutes, you’ll have a mouthwatering treat ready in no time.

Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or just craving something flavorful to munch on, these Candied Nuts with Smoked Almonds are the perfect solution. The glossy, sugary coating is complemented by the crunchy texture of the nuts, creating a delightful bite that’s as satisfying as it is tasty. Give this recipe a try and add a touch of elegance to your next gathering or indulge in a unique snack just for you!

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