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Mexican Hot Chocolate Spiced Nuts

Mexican Hot Chocolate Spiced Nuts for Guilt-Free Snacking

Delightfully crunchy Mexican Hot Chocolate Spiced Nuts combine sweet cocoa and spicy cayenne for a guilt-free festive snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Nuts
  • 1 cup Pecans Substitute with any preferred nuts like walnuts or hazelnuts.
  • 1 cup Cashews Can be replaced with other nuts like peanuts.
  • 1 cup Almonds Any other nut can be used depending on preference.
For the Sweet and Spicy Coating
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Use coconut sugar for a lower glycemic option.
  • 1/4 cup White Sugar Can be omitted for a less sweet result.
  • 1/4 cup Cocoa Powder Dark cocoa powder can be used for a bolder taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Cayenne Pepper Adjust according to desired spiciness or swap for smoked paprika.
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Can substitute with nutmeg for a different spice profile.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Use sea salt for a better texture.
For Binding and Consistency
  • 1 large Egg White Substitute with aquafaba for a vegan option.
  • 1 tablespoon Water

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheets
  • Parchment Paper
  • Mixing Bowls

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine brown sugar, white sugar, cocoa powder, cayenne pepper, cinnamon, and salt. Stir until well blended.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat the egg white and water until frothy. Add pecans, cashews, and almonds into the mixture, ensuring even coating.
  4. Fold the spice blend into the coated nuts, ensuring each nut is thoroughly covered.
  5. Spread the coated nuts evenly on the prepared baking sheets in a single layer.
  6. Bake for 10 minutes. Stir the nuts to ensure even cooking and bake for another 10 minutes, rotating halfway through.
  7. Remove the nuts from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheets before storing in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ounceCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 100mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Store cooled nuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks. For longer storage, freeze in an airtight container for up to three months.

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