Maple Candied Cashews take just minutes to make with only a few simple, wholesome ingredients. They are slightly sweet and buttery with a satisfying crunch.
Recipe Highlights
- This candied cashew recipe is naturally sweetened making it healthier and it is super quick to make.
- Just a few simple ingredients are needed to make an amazing snack.
Here is What You Will Need
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This is an overview of the ingredients and steps to make this recipe, scroll down for a printable recipe card with exact measurements and instructions.
- Chia seeds
- Quinoa
- Maple syrup
- Raw Cashews
- Mixing Bowl
- Parchment Paper
- Sheet Pan
Here is how to make Candied Glazed Cashews
All that needs to be done to make this recipe is to dump the ingredients into a large mixing bowl.
Mix the ingredients together, making sure that they are coated with syrup
Arrange the nuts in a single layer onto a parchment lined baking sheet and bake them
You might want to make a double batch of these because they will disappear fast!
It only takes 20 to 30 minutes to make this recipe
Are Cashews Good For You?
Who can resist cashews, with their buttery texture, and versatility? There are so many ways to eat them plain, cashew butter, cashew milk, cheesy sauces and even vegan cheese.
Cashews as most nuts are healthy. They are low in sugar, rich in fiber and minerals. They are also a good source of plant protein. You can read more about the health benefits of cashews on Healthline.
And these maple glazed cashews.
They are naturally sweet and just perfect for snacking on. I like to keep a jar of them in my pantry to add to a salad, or sprinkle on top of yogurt, or to grab a handful for a snack. They are also a great gift idea.
Change up Maple Glazed Cashews
- Replace the maple syrup with an equal amount of honey.
- Replace the cashews with an equal amount of almonds, walnuts, pecans or use a combination of nuts.
- For a savory version add 1 teaspoon of tamari sauce to the nut mixture.
- For a spicy mixture, add ¼ teaspoon of cayenne pepper to the mixture,
Serving and Storing Suggestions
Serve candied cashews plain as they are for a snack, on a charcuterie board, add them to a salad, or sprinkle them on top of Greek yogurt.
Store maple candied cashews in your pantry at room temperature in an airtight container for up to a month. Before sealing the container be sure that the nuts have cooled off.
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Maple Glazed Cashews
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Ingredients
- 2 cups raw cashews
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 2 tablespoons quinoa
Instructions
- pre-heat the oven to 350
- place all of the ingredients into a mixing bowl and mix well making sure that everything is coated with the syrup
- add the mixture to a parchment lined baking sheet
- bake the cashew for 7 minutes, and give them a stir
- bake for approximately 7 minutes longer or until they start to turn golden brown
- remove the nuts from the oven and allow them to cool, and crisp up
Notes
- Replace the maple syrup with an equal amount of honey
- Replace the cashews with an equal amount of almonds, walnuts, pecans or use a combination of nuts
- For a savory version add 1 teaspoon of tamari sauce to the nut mixture
- For a spicy mixture, add ¼ teaspoon of cayenne pepper to the mixture
Nutrition information is provided by Nutrifox, an online calculator and is meant to be used for informational purposes only. Even though I try to provide accurate information, these figures should still be considered as estimates.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 8 Serving Size: ⅛ cup nutsAmount Per Serving: Calories: 217Total Fat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 5mgCarbohydrates: 17gFiber: 2gSugar: 6gProtein: 7g
Nutrition information is provided by an online calculator and is meant to be used for informational purposes only. Even though I try to provide accurate information, these figures should still be considered as estimates.
Momma To Go says
these look really interesting! I love nuts that have been jazzed up!
anne says
Thank you!
Suzanne says
These look so delish and perfect for a cozy day inside! Yum.
anne says
Thank you Suzanne!
AmberLynn says
I love coming across new and exciting recipes like this. It's a healthy snack, but can still appeal to my sweet tooth. On top of that, it looks amazingly delicious.
anne says
Thank you AmberLynn
Elizabeth O says
I love cashews so your recipe danced before my eyes. I must give it a try.... looks delicious.
anne says
Thanks Elizabeth!
Lisa Kerhin says
What a great snack and these would make a great gift, too!
anne says
Thanks Lisa, they do make a great gift!
Sue Lau says
I never tried adding chia to nuts but it sounds like a great idea to add some extra crunch!
Ellen says
I love making homemade food gifts for the holidays and these will be perfect!
Liz @ Books n' Cooks says
I'm excited to try this unique twist on a seasoned nut!
anne says
Enjoy!
Karen says
These would make amazing holiday gifts! They sound delicious.
Cheese Curd In Paradise says
What an awesome snack! I love the maple coating with chai and quinoa!
Irena Macri says
I love the idea behind these. Do I need to pre-cook pre-soak quinoa or the baking part enough? Going to try these!!!
anne says
Irena you do not have to pre cookk the quinoa it toasts nicely just like the chia seeds!
Jean Choi says
I love the crunchy coating on these cashews! Roasted nuts are always my favorite and I can't wait to try these.
anne says
Yes they are nice and crunchy Jean!
Tessa Simpson says
Crunchy and delicious! I was So excited to try these, and they did not disappoint! The added crunch was really nice!
anne says
Thanks Tessa I am glad that you liked them!
ChihYu says
These cashews are absolutely divine! I love the maple flavor!
Carina says
These nuts look great, love the crunchy healthy coating too!
Don Baiocchi says
Love the sweetness and the crunch going on here. I could eat these all very quickly.
Heather Harris says
There are so many reasons not to indulge in store bought candied nuts. I love that this recipe feels like dessert but no guilt involved!
Heather@EasyKetoDishes says
I loved the idea of sprinkling on top of yogurt!
anne says
Thanks Heather!
Kari - Get Inspired Everyday! says
What an awesome snack, or perfect for salads too!
linda spiker says
Loved the quinoa!
Stacey Crawford says
Such a great, crunchy, sweet, satisfying snack! I love the maple flavor 🙂
Annemarie says
These are so delicious! I love the crunchy toppings.
Mirlene says
These would be perfect as a gift for the kids teachers. Thanks for the suggestion. Adding this to my list.
Raia Todd says
Delicious snack! I love the addition of seeds and grains. 🙂
Wanda says
Gosh I love snacking on nuts during the day while working! I've never thought to use quinoa or chia seeds before, it's brilliant!
colleen kennedy says
Wow, way to change it up with the addition of the seeds & quinoa. Delicious!
Jersey Girl Cooks says
What a terrific snack! I love glazed nuts.
Liz @ Books n' Cooks says
Pinning to try - I love making a roasted or sugared nut for a munchie when entertaining and I love that these are healthier than most!