7 Delicious Candied Nut Recipes

Are you stuck in a rut serving the same old snacks? Combine sweet and salty goodness into one addictive treat....candied nuts. Candied nuts are quick and easy to make and enjoyable any time of the day. We've rounded up seven of our favorite candied nut recipes sure to make you and your guests, well - go nuts!

Try them:

with your favorite craft beer while watching the big game
as a mid-day snack for a protein-packed pick me up at work or school
added into your favorite trail mix recipe for a tasty on-the-go snack
on top of yogurt or mixed into your regular granola for a yummy breakfast
packaged in a tin, box or cello bag for a great gift

Candied nuts with cinnamon have been a crowd-pleaser for decades. We featured a popular recipe for Spicy Candied Walnuts in our 1970 Sugarplums from Sugarland Cookbook. Sure - the sweet cinnamon coating makes these a no-brainer to enjoy during the holidays, but you shouldn't just serve them during the winter months. Candied nuts make a great snack all year round.

candied walnuts

Candied Walnuts

cinnamon candied almonds

Cinnamon Candied Almonds

Cocoa bourbon candied almonds

Cocoa Bourbon Candied Almonds

sweet and salty cashews

Sweet and Salty Cashews

Want some nuts with a little kick? We've taken the taste (and heat level) up a notch by adding pepper to these candied nut recipes. Your guests will think you made a run to the local gourmet candy store when you serve these fired-up homemade treats.

spiced candied pecans