Spicy-Sweet Nuts

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Spicy-Sweet Nuts
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
15 mins
Total Time:
25mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on April 30, 2023

Ingredients

  • 1 cup of pecans
  • 1/4 cup of honey
  • 2 tablespoons of maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons of melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon of ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350F
  2. In a bowl, mix together the honey, maple syrup, butter, cinnamon, ginger, and cayenne pepper until combined.
  3. Add the pecans to the bowl and mix until all of the nuts are coated with the mixture.
  4. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread the nuts out on it.
  5. Bake for 10-12 minutes, stirring once or twice during baking.
  6. Let the nuts cool before eating.

Interesting Facts

  • Pecans are a great source of healthy fats and are packed with vitamins and minerals.
  • Honey is a natural sweetener and is a great alternative to sugar.
  • Cinnamon is a natural anti-inflammatory and can help boost your metabolism.
  • Ginger has many antibacterial properties and can help with digestion.
  • Cayenne pepper has numerous health benefits and can help boost your metabolism.