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Peppermint Cocoa Roasted Nuts

Irresistibly Sweet Peppermint Cocoa Roasted Nuts Snack

A delightful treat featuring Peppermint Cocoa Roasted Nuts that's sweet, crunchy, and perfect for the holiday season.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Coating
  • 1 large Egg White Acts as a binding agent to help coat the nuts.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Can substitute with almond extract for a different flavor profile.
  • 1 tsp Peppermint Extract Provides the characteristic mint flavor; substitute with vanilla if preferred.
For the Nuts
  • 2 cups Raw Almonds Base ingredient with a crunchy texture; can use other nuts like pecans or walnuts.
  • 1 cup Raw Cashews Adds creaminess to the mix; can substitute with any nut of choice.
For the Sweet Coating
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the nuts and creates a sugary coating; brown sugar can be used for a richer flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Cocoa Powder Provides the chocolate flavoring; use unsweetened cocoa for best results.
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon Adds warmth and spice; can omit or replace with nutmeg for a different spice profile.
  • 1/2 tsp Salt Enhances all flavors; use sea salt or kosher salt for best results.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the egg white, vanilla extract, and peppermint extract until blended.
  3. Add the raw almonds and cashews to the bowl with the egg mixture and stir gently to coat evenly.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix together the granulated sugar, cocoa powder, ground cinnamon, and salt.
  5. Sprinkle the dry mixture over the nuts and stir until every nut is coated.
  6. Spread the coated nuts on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
  7. Bake for 40 minutes, stirring halfway through until golden brown.
  8. Let the nuts cool on the baking sheet for at least 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ozCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Ensure the nuts cool completely on the baking sheet; they will harden as they cool. Use high-quality ingredients for the best flavor.

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