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Maple Cinnamon Roasted Cashews
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If you can resist eating them all before packaging them, these sweet & salty Maple Cinnamon Roasted Cashews make fantastic holiday or hostess gifts!
Roasted cashews – okay, all roasted nuts – have always been a favorite in my family, ever since I was a kid. Every year, without fail, we gave my grandfather a box of his favorite roasted nuts on his birthday. And there was always (always!) a bowl of them set out when we entertained.
Perfect for nibbling while sipping on your pre-dinner cocktail or glass of wine. Back in the day, they went equally well with Shirley Temples!
These easy roasted nuts are sweetened with maple syrup and spiced with cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice and a pinch of salt. A lovely mix of sweet and salty.
Wrap them for easy holiday gifts (more ideas for that later) or keep them all to yourself to snack on or toss into salads. These cashews and my homemade flavored salts are some of my favorite food gift ideas.
How to roast cashews:
Roasting cashews at home truly couldn’t be easier!
Start by lining a baking sheet with parchment paper, which makes cleaning a lot easier when sticky maple syrup is involved.
For these maple syrup cashews, melt the coconut oil, maple syrup and the spices in a microwave-safe bowl. It takes about 30 seconds on HIGH in the microwave. Stir well to blend the spices into the maple syrup.
Toss the cashews and the maple syrup mixture together in a bowl. Then spread them onto the prepared baking sheet. Grab a rubber spatula and scrape out all of the maple syrup, drizzling it over the nuts. You don’t want to miss a drop! Spread the nuts into a single layer.
The nuts need just 15 minutes or so in a 350 degrees F oven. Give them a stir every 5 minutes so that they warm evenly.
Watch them carefully in the last 5 minutes to make sure the nuts don’t burn!
Let the cashews cool on the baking sheet before serving or storing.
Can I leave out the allspice?
If you don’t have ground allspice on hand, there’s no need to dash to the store. While the allspice does add a nice background flavor to the cinnamon and nutmeg, it’s not essential.
How to store roasted nuts:
You have a few options. I like to store roasted nuts in canning jars, such as these wide mouth ones (affiliate link).
Glass or plastic food storage containers or even resealable freezer bags will also do the trick.
DON’T FORGET! Be sure the nuts are completely cool before transferring to a storage container. If they are still warm when you seal them up, they will soften rather than maintaining their crunch.
How long do roasted cashews last?
In cool weather, the cashews should last 4 to 5 days on the counter if sealed properly. In warm weather, I don’t suggesting leaving them out (sealed) for more than 2 to 3 days.
Roasted nuts can also be store in the refrigerator or freezer. They should last 3 to 4 weeks in the fridge and up to 3 months in the freezer (be sure the container is freezer-friendly).
How do you package nuts for gifts?
Cellophane gift bags: Scoop the nuts into the bags, then tie with colorful twine. Alternatively, roll down the top of the bag, then seal it with a seasonal or personalized sticker.
Mason jars: There are so many types and shapes of mason jars that are ideal for gift giving. Use small 7 ounce jars (affiliate link) when you want to give out “just a little something” or opt for something bigger, like these tulip jars. Tie with some colored raffia or twine, and attach a gift tag.
If you’re not giving out the nuts for a few days, be sure to refrigerator them.

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