This easy and delicious recipe for Bar Nuts is perfect for a quick snack or party treat. Made with a blend of mixed nuts and a flavorful spiced butter coating, it’s a simple yet irresistible option. You can easily swap in your favorite nuts, and it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients Needed:
- 500 grams unsalted mixed nuts (including peeled peanuts, cashews, brazil, hazelnuts, walnuts, pecans & whole unpeeled almonds)
- 2 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh rosemary (from two 8cm / 3-inch sprigs)
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 teaspoons dark brown muscovado sugar
- 2 teaspoons Maldon sea salt flakes
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter (melted)
How To Make Bar Nuts?
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C.
- Toast the Nuts: Toss the mixed nuts in a large bowl to combine and spread them out on a baking sheet. Toast them in the oven for about 10 minutes, or until they become light golden brown.
- Prepare the Spice Mix: In a large bowl, combine the coarsely chopped rosemary, cayenne pepper, muscovado sugar, sea salt, and melted butter.
- Toss the Nuts: Once the nuts are toasted, thoroughly toss them in the spiced butter mixture to coat evenly.
- Serve: Serve the bar nuts warm. Once you start, you’ll never want to stop!
Recipe Tips:
- Toast the Nuts Evenly: Make sure the nuts are spread out evenly on the baking sheet so they toast uniformly. This helps them cook to a perfect golden brown without burning.
- Use Fresh Rosemary: Fresh rosemary gives a stronger, more fragrant flavor than dried rosemary. It makes the recipe extra aromatic and delicious.
- Adjust the Spice: If you prefer more heat, feel free to add extra cayenne pepper. Taste the mix before tossing it with the nuts to get the perfect balance.
- Don’t Overcrowd the Pan: Ensure there’s enough space between the nuts when toasting them so they crisp up properly. Overcrowding can cause them to steam rather than roast.
- Serve Immediately: For the best flavor and texture, serve the nuts immediately after tossing them in the butter mixture. They’re crispier and more flavorful when fresh.
How To Store & Reheat Leftovers?
- Refrigerate: Allow the leftover Bar Nuts to cool completely to room temperature. Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
- Reheat: Heat the nuts in the air fryer at 160°C for 3-4 minutes, shaking halfway through for even reheating.
Nutrition Facts:
- Calories: 216 kcal
- Total Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Cholesterol: 3mg
- Sodium: 85mg
- Potassium: 200mg
- Total Carbohydrate: 9g
- Dietary Fiber: 3g
- Sugars: 1g
- Protein: 6g
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Description
This easy and delicious recipe for Bar Nuts is perfect for a quick snack or party treat. Made with a blend of mixed nuts and a flavorful spiced butter coating, it’s a simple yet irresistible option. You can easily swap in your favorite nuts, and it’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser!
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C.
- Toast the Nuts: Toss the mixed nuts in a large bowl to combine and spread them out on a baking sheet. Toast them in the oven for about 10 minutes, or until they become light golden brown.
- Prepare the Spice Mix: In a large bowl, combine the coarsely chopped rosemary, cayenne pepper, muscovado sugar, sea salt, and melted butter.
- Toss the Nuts: Once the nuts are toasted, thoroughly toss them in the spiced butter mixture to coat evenly.
- Serve: Serve the bar nuts warm. Once you start, you’ll never want to stop!
Notes
- Toast the Nuts Evenly: Make sure the nuts are spread out evenly on the baking sheet so they toast uniformly. This helps them cook to a perfect golden brown without burning.
- Use Fresh Rosemary: Fresh rosemary gives a stronger, more fragrant flavor than dried rosemary. It makes the recipe extra aromatic and delicious.
- Adjust the Spice: If you prefer more heat, feel free to add extra cayenne pepper. Taste the mix before tossing it with the nuts to get the perfect balance.
- Don’t Overcrowd the Pan: Ensure there’s enough space between the nuts when toasting them so they crisp up properly. Overcrowding can cause them to steam rather than roast.
- Serve Immediately: For the best flavor and texture, serve the nuts immediately after tossing them in the butter mixture. They’re crispier and more flavorful when fresh.
Nigella Bar Nuts