Maple Chai-Spiced Nut Mix
Grab a handful of this nut mix—it's sweet, filling and packed with healthy fats.
Servings: 8
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp butter
- 2 cups raw mixed nuts walnuts cashews, almonds and pecans work best
- 1/4 cup brown sugar or equivalent amount sugar substitute to taste
- 2 tsp cardamom
- 1 tbsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp ginger
- 1/2 tsp clove
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp black pepper optional
- 3/4 cup dried banana chips unsulphured
- 3/4 cup coconut chips or coarse coconut flakes
Instructions
- Heat oven to 350°. Place maple syrup and melted buttery spread in a large bowl and stir together. Toss nuts in the mixture to coat well. Mix in brown sugar and spices, and toss again to coat nuts well.
- Pour mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake 7 to 10 minutes or until nuts are golden and fragrant, being careful not to overbake.
- Remove nuts from oven and let cool 5 minutes. When cool, pour into a new large bowl and mix in coconut chips and banana chips. Serve immediately and store leftovers in airtight containers at room temperature for 3 to 4 days.
Notes
Unsulphured, unsweetened banana chips and coconut flakes pair perfectly with the sweet-and-spicy chai flavors. This would be great served with a cup of tea in the afternoon, as a post-hiking snack, or even sprinkled over ice cream if you want to take it to the next (dessert) level.