How do I store these keto spicy maple candied nuts?

Store these nuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

What do I do if my candied nuts begin to get sticky?

You can simply place the nuts in a 350-degree F. oven and bake them for about 5-7 minutes to dry out and become crunchy once again.

Can I omit the spices?

Yes. You can remove all the spices (except for the salt) if you do not wish to make this a spicy recipe. You can also decrease the amount of spice listed in the recipe.

Which method produces the crunchiest candied nuts?

If you are looking for a really nice crunch, I would suggest using the oven method as opposed to the skillet. I found that the skillet produced a slightly more "tacky" nut as opposed to crunchy.

What kind of nuts can I use?

You can use any type of raw and unsalted nut for this recipe. I like using pecans and walnuts as they are not only some of the healthiest nuts but also have grooves to capture all the candied goodness!

What are the best nuts for a keto diet?

Although macadamia nuts are the highest in terms of fats, pecans have the lowest carbs. Other excellent choices are walnuts, hazelnuts and Brazil nuts.

How spicy are these keto spiced candied nuts?

You can easily decide how spicy you want to make these keto nuts. Add 1 tsp of cayenne powder for mild nuts, 2 tsp for medium and 3 tsp for hot! If you add to much spice by accident, simply toss the nuts in some additional sweetener which should mellow out the spiciness.

Is this a fat fast recipe?

Yes! According to the nutritional value that I found online, 1 oz of nuts comes in at 90% fat.

Keto Spicy Maple Candied Nuts made in the Oven or Skillet

Ingredients

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8 oz (2 cups) pecans or walnuts, halved, shelled
1/4 cup sugar-free maple syrup (optional)
1-2 tbsp brown sugar-substitute
1-3 tsp cumin powder
1-3 tsp cayenne pepper
1/2 tsp salt

Optional Spices:

1/2 tsp onion powder
1/4 tsp garlic powder
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon

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Instructions

With the rack in the middle position, preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and set it to the side.
In a bowl, combine the maple syrup, spices, and salt. Add the nuts and stir to coat well. Spread the nuts evenly on the baking sheet.
Bake for 15 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes, until the nuts just begin to brown and are nicely toasted. Allow the nuts to cool.
Store the nuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

if nuts become sticky, simply place them in a 350 degrees F. oven on a piece of parchment paper for 5-7 minutes.
for mild spice, add 1 tsp, for medium, add 2 tsp and for spicy, add 3 tsp of cayenne pepper
add sweetener if desired

Author: Cat
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Snack
Method: Baking or Skillet
Cuisine: Keto, Low Carb, Sugar-free
Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 oz
Calories: 186
Sugar: 0.7
Fat: 18.5
Carbohydrates: 3.9
Fiber: 1.9
Protein: 4.3