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Indian Spiced Mixed Nuts

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These sweet and savory Indian spiced mixed nuts are full of warm spices including cinnamon, cardamom, and brown sugar. Perfect for snacking, entertaining, or gifting.

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Grabbing a handful of Indian spiced mixed nuts.

One of my favorite holiday traditions is getting in the kitchen to create edible gifts to hand out to our extended family on Christmas Eve. The big event takes place at my mom’s house, and we usually host 35 or more family members. Coming from a long line of foodies, it probably doesn’t surprise you that I’m not the only one handing out edible gifts. In fact, every year I bank on getting a fresh jar of my Aunt Paula’s Clarified Butter (Ghee) or, as we call it, Syrian butter. We love bringing different goodies that are easy to snack on, and this year we are making big batches of my sweet, salty, and slightly spicy Indian Spiced Mixed Nuts, inspired by some of my favorite Indian flavors!

Ingredients

  • Mixed nuts: You can make your own mix, or use a store-bought tin. I like to use a combination of almonds, pecans, and walnuts. You could also use cashews or peanuts!
  • Coconut oil: A healthy way to coat the nuts and mix the spices together.
  • Brown sugar: Makes the nuts have a hint of sweet, and it blends well with the spices.
  • Garam masala: An Indian spice blend that is commonly used in curries and other dishes, it adds great flavor to the nuts.
  • Cinnamon: A little sweet, warm, and woody in taste, cinnamon pairs well with both the sweet and savory elements.
  • Cardamom: Another common Indian spice, it also has notes of sweet and spicy flavor, along with some citrus undertones.
  • Salt: Salt is necessary to both balance out the flavors, and enhance natural flavors of the nuts.
  • Cayenne: Really adds a nice kick of heat to the nuts. If you’re worried about them being too spicy, leave it out.

How to Make Indian Spiced Mixed nuts

Start your Indian spiced nuts by melting your coconut oil in a large bowl. Once melted, whisk in the spices, brown sugar, and salt. Stir until fully combined.

Add the nuts to the bowl and toss to coat well in the spice mixture. Then dump onto a prepared baking sheet, either sprayed with cooking oil or lined with aluminum foil.

Spread out into an even layer, then toss in the oven at 350 degrees for about 20 minutes, tossing halfway through.

Indian spiced mixed nuts up close.

Once done, let sit until they are cool enough to touch. Then enjoy your Indian Spiced Mixed Nuts warm from the oven, or at room temperature.

Frequently Asked Questions

What nuts are used in Indian cooking?

Pistachios, cashews, peanuts, and almonds are all commonly found in Indian dishes.

How do you get seasoning to stick to nuts?

There are a lot of different mediums you can use, including coconut oil, olive oil, or butter. Some recipes even have you use egg whites!

How long do home roasted nuts last?

These spiced nuts will last in an airtight container for up to a week.

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Eat It, Like It, Share It!

Did you try these mixed nuts? The next time you make them, snap a picture and share it to your socials. Tag @thelemonbowl and #thelemonbowl so we can admire and share your snack.

Liz eating Indian spiced mixed nuts.

If Indian inspired flavors aren’t your jam, get creative and make your own favorite spice blend. These nuts would be just as delicious with a little smoked paprika and sea salt, cinnamon and brown sugar, or olive oil and rosemary. The options are endless!

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Indian Spiced Mixed Nuts

Liz Della Croce
4.24 stars average
These sweet and savory Indian-Spiced Mixed Nuts are full of warm spices including cinnamon, cardamom and brown sugar. Perfect for snacking, entertaining or gifting.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
CourseSnack
Serves16

Ingredients
 
 

Instructions
 

  1. Pre-heat oven to 350 degrees and have a baking pan ready to use.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together melted coconut oil with brown sugar and all spices (garam masala through cayenne.) Add nuts to the bowl and toss well to coat.
  3. Lay spice-coated nuts in an even layer on baking pan and bake for 20-25 minutes, tossing once half way through the cooking process. Serve warm or store in an air-tight container for up to 7 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 0.25cup | Calories: 219kcal | Carbohydrates: 5.9g | Protein: 3.8g | Fat: 21.2g | Saturated Fat: 4.5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 16.7g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 146mg | Fiber: 2.7g | Sugar: 2.6g

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39 responses to “Indian Spiced Mixed Nuts”

  1. Eva Ashton Avatar
    Eva Ashton

    Can’t wait to try this recipe

  2. Crol Avatar
    Crol

    Is there any substitute for coconut oil?
    Thank you!
    Happy Holidays

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      You could also use olive oil or butter!

  3. Nutmeg Nanny Avatar
    Nutmeg Nanny

    Spicy flavored nuts are always a HUGE holiday hit. These look fantastic!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Thank you so much Brandy!!

  4. Joanne Avatar
    Joanne

    I love that you guys do homemade gifts! They are basically the gifts that keep on giving. Especially these nuts! The perfect spiced up snack.

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      haha YES!! I have such a huge extended family – it’s nice to have something for everyone!

  5. Amanda Avatar
    Amanda

    I love the spices you used for these!!!

  6. Gaby Avatar
    Gaby

    These nuts will be perfect as a hostess gift! Delicious!!!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Thanks Gaby! Merry Christas!

  7. sheila Avatar
    sheila

    You know how I love garam marsala! These nuts look amazing. Thanks for sharing my yumms!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      I know you do girl!! xoxo

  8. lindsay Avatar
    lindsay

    oh can you send me some! i think santa forgot this on his list! haha. YUM!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      haha I wish I could!!

  9. Jaclyn Avatar
    Jaclyn

    My husband is nuts (sorry I had to!) for Indian food, so I think these will be perfect for one of his stocking stuffers!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      hahaha We are nuts for Indian food too!!

  10. Nicole Avatar
    Nicole

    Love the flavor you added to this nut mix! What a great snack for the holidays!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Thank you so much!!! I love using Indian spices!

  11. Alyssa (Everyday Maven) Avatar
    Alyssa (Everyday Maven)

    Love that Asher is so into cooking! He is so adorable. These nuts are definitely my jam and sound amazing!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      He really is – it’s so cute!! And he’s actually pretty decent :)

  12. Carla Avatar
    Carla

    I have a bad habit of snacking a lot, usually on junk food. This looks like a healthier option for me plus I love Indian spices.

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      I love to snack too which is why I really try to keep high-protein snacks around all the time. :)

  13. Meagan @ A Zesty Bite Avatar
    Meagan @ A Zesty Bite

    My family would go nuts for this spiced nut mix. Seriously it looks great.

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      My kids wouldn’t stop eating it which normally wouldn’t be an issue but we made them for gifts – ahah!

  14. Lauren @ Climbing Grier Mountain Avatar
    Lauren @ Climbing Grier Mountain

    Now, these are some nuts I can get behind. :) cardamom is way under used!!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      It really is!!! I need to use it more often myself!

  15. Karen @ On the Banks of Salt Creek Avatar
    Karen @ On the Banks of Salt Creek

    I love bringing any type of homemade flavored nut to a get together. It is so simple and easy to do. Do you think your aunt would adopt me so I could get a jar of Ghee too? What an awesome gift.

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Hahah it’s funny I am almost out of ghee and hoping she brings me a jar!!

  16. pragati Avatar
    pragati

    I love spiced nuts. Who doesn’t? Looking forward to try these out, although I wouldn’t have thought of adding garam masala ::)

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      I know – who doesn’t right?? So good and perfect with a glass of bubbly!

  17. Katrina @ In Katrina's Kitchen Avatar
    Katrina @ In Katrina’s Kitchen

    I love homemade food gifts. This one is perfect!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Me too friend!! Congrats again on your big appearance !!

  18. Emily Bites Avatar
    Emily Bites

    These look fantastic! Perfect to make for holiday entertaining too, I love to have snacks around for people to munch. Can’t wait to try them!

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Yes me too!! We always have visitors this time of year so it’s perfect. :)

  19. Erin | The Law Student's Wife Avatar
    Erin | The Law Student’s Wife

    I position myself directly beside the nut bowl at every holiday party, because I just can’t get enough! I love the cardamom in here. It’s such a lovely, warm spice.

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      I agree – I seriously need to use it more often!

  20. Brenda @ a farmgirl's dabbles Avatar
    Brenda @ a farmgirl’s dabbles

    Spiced nuts are ALWAYS the perfect gift! I’m loving the cardamom in these.

    1. Liz DellaCroce Avatar
      Liz DellaCroce

      Thank you Brenda!! Merry Christmas!

  21. Barbara @ Barbara Bakes Avatar
    Barbara @ Barbara Bakes

    Perfect for gifts and just to have to snacking while you’re watching the games over the holidays.