Apple Cinnamon Spiced Nuts

Apple cinnamon spiced nuts are a cozy, autumn-inspired snack that combines the satisfying crunch of roasted nuts with the sweet, warming flavors of apple pie. They feature a delicate balance of buttery richness, caramelized sweetness, and aromatic spices, offering a highly versatile treat perfect for snacking, salads, or holiday gifting. Your home will smell amazing from the apple and cinnamon spice! Try some of our other nut mixes like this Paleo Trail Mix.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Customizable Base: You can use any combination of raw nuts you prefer for this apple cinnamon spiced nut mix. Hearty pecans and walnuts absorb the glaze beautifully, while almonds and cashews offer a satisfying, firm crunch.

Sweet & Salty Balance: Using a blend of maple sugar creating a beautiful, caramelized coating, while a pinch of coarse Kosher salt cuts through the sweetness to keep you coming back for more.

Endless Uses: They are fantastic eaten straight from the jar, but you can also toss them into fall salads, use them as an ice cream topping, or package them in mason jars with ribbons as thoughtful homemade gifts.

Ingredients You Will Need

Almonds: raw are un-roasted, unsalted, and un-blanched having a mild nutty flavor with a crunchy texture.

Walnuts: are highly valued for their rich, earthy flavor, brain-like shape, and dense concentration of omega-3 fatty acids.

Pecans: are pecans that have not been roasted, oiled, salted or sweetened. Offering a rich, buttery flavor packed with healthy fats.

Cashews: raw are milder, creamier, and softer than roasted cashews.

Ghee: adds a rich, nutty flavor. I love Fourth and Heart ghee.

Maple Sugar: is a natural sweetener made by boiling maple syrup until the water evaporates, leaving behind granulated sugar crystals with a distinct maple flavor. Adding the perfect sweetness to these apple cinnamon spiced nuts.

Kosher Salt: is coarse, large grains, usually used for cooking.

Little Palates Apple Cinnamon Seasoning: is organic, salt-free, and sugar-free spice blend by Primal Palate. It features an organic blend of cinnamon, allspice, ginger, nutmeg, and cardamom.

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350˚: and line a rimmed sheet pan with parchment paper.

Combine in a large bowl: all of the nuts, maple sugar, Kosher salt, and apple cinnamon seasoning, tossing well.

Melt the ghee: and pour over the nut mixture, mixing well to coat.

Spread evenly: on the sheet pan.

Roast: for 20 minutes tossing halfway through.

Let cool completely: on the pan.

Store in a glass jar: for several weeks: If they last that long!

Enjoy!

Recipe Tips and Tricks

The Cool-Down: Spread the nuts evenly over the pan as they cool. Tossing occasionally so they don’t stick together.

Don’t Skip the Parchment Paper: It makes it easier for cleanup and creates a crunchy glaze over the nut mixture.

Recipe Variations

Coconut Sugar: is a great alternative to maple sugar.

Pepita: are a wonderful addition to the mix. Make sure to use raw pumpkin seeds.

Apple Cinnamon Seasoning alternative: 1 tsp cinnamon, pinch of ginger, 1 tsp apple pie spice.

Storage Tips

You can store these apple cinnamon spiced nuts in an airtight glass jar in your pantry for several weeks.

FAQ’s About Apple Cinnamon Spiced Nuts

What if I want to add a spicy kick?

While apple and cinnamon are naturally sweet, you can introduce a subtle kick of heat by mixing in a pinch of cayenne pepper, chili powder, or a dash of black pepper into your spice blend.

What are the best nuts to use?

Pecans, almonds, walnuts, and raw cashews are the most popular choices. Their natural oils and textures hold the sweet, sticky coating exceptionally well.

How can I give them as gifts?

Pack them into decorative, small mason jars or clear cellophane bags tied with a festive ribbon. They look beautiful and have a long shelf life, making them great for the holidays.