Spiced Roasted Nuts
Warm oven-roasted nuts tossed in butter and a savory-sweet spice blend. A crunchy, aromatic keto snack that beats any store-bought bag on carbs and flavor.
A warm, spiced upgrade to plain nuts
Raw nuts are a fine keto snack, but a quick roast with butter and spices turns them into something you look forward to. The heat deepens their flavor, and the seasoning clings to every crevice.
This savory-sweet blend uses a keto sweetener for a hint of candied-nut flavor without the sugar, plus smoked paprika and cumin for warmth. The whole batch is done in twenty minutes and keeps for weeks.
- Toss in melted butter so the spices adhere
- Stir halfway through for even roasting
- Cool completely so they turn crunchy
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Ingredients
- 1 cup raw almonds (net carbs →)
- 1 cup raw pecans (net carbs →)
- 1/2 cup raw walnuts (net carbs →)
- 2 tablespoons melted butter (net carbs →)
- 1 tablespoon granulated erythritol (net carbs →)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Instructions
- 1Preheat the oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2In a bowl, whisk together the melted butter, erythritol, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and cayenne if using.
- 3Add the almonds, pecans, and walnuts and toss until every nut is evenly coated.
- 4Spread the nuts in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- 5Roast for 12 to 15 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until fragrant and lightly toasted.
- 6Let the nuts cool completely on the sheet, where they will crisp up, before storing in an airtight container.
Nutrition (per serving)
Recipe FAQ
How long do the roasted nuts keep?
Stored in an airtight container at room temperature, they stay fresh and crunchy for up to three weeks. Make sure they are fully cool before sealing so no steam softens them.
Can I make them spicier or sweeter?
Easily. Bump up the cayenne for more heat, or add another tablespoon of erythritol and a pinch of cinnamon for a sweeter, candied-style nut. Adjust to taste before roasting.
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