Maple Glazed Nuts
Crunchy, caramelized, and naturally sweet — these Maple Glazed Nuts are the ultimate fall snack or edible gift. Easy to make and endlessly adaptable.
Equipment
- Saucepan
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper or silicone mat
- Spatula or wooden spoon
Ingredients
- 2 cups mixed nuts (pecans, almonds, walnuts, or cashews)
- ¼ cup pure maple syrup
- 1 tbsp butter or coconut oil
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp sea salt
- ¼ tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- pinch cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment or silicone mat for easy cleanup.
- In a saucepan, heat maple syrup, butter/oil, cinnamon, and salt over medium heat until it bubbles. Stir in vanilla extract (if using).
- Add nuts to the saucepan and stir until fully coated in glaze.
- Spread coated nuts in a single layer on the baking sheet. Bake for 18–20 minutes, stirring halfway. Watch closely in the last 5 minutes.
- Let nuts cool completely on the tray. The glaze will harden as they cool. Break apart if needed and store airtight.
Notes
Use any combination of nuts — almonds, pecans, walnuts, cashews. For variation, try pumpkin spice, chili-lime, or rosemary-maple. Cool completely before storing to preserve crunch. Perfect in salads, on oatmeal, or packed in jars for gifting.