Toasted Maple Rosemary Cashews

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5

36 reviews
Excellent
  • Prep Time

    5 mins

  • Cook Time

    8 mins

  • Total Time

    13 mins

  • Servings

    2 Cups

  • Calories

    196 kcal

  • Course

    Side Dish

  • Cuisine

    American

Toasted Maple Rosemary Cashews

Toasted Maple Rosemary Cashews combines raw cashew nuts with coconut oil, pure maple syrup, coconut sugar, fresh rosemary, cinnamon, and sea salt. As they're toasted in a skillet, the syrup caramelizes, creating a crispy, sweet, and subtly savory snack. The fresh rosemary adds an aromatic earthiness that balances the sweetness, while cinnamon brings a warm spice note. These glazed cashews can be enjoyed on their own or added to salads and cheese boards for extra crunch and flavor.

Description

Toasted Maple Rosemary Cashews feature raw cashews cooked in a cast iron skillet with coconut oil, maple syrup, coconut sugar, fresh finely chopped rosemary, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of sea salt. The nuts are continually stirred over medium heat to evenly toast and absorb the maple syrup glaze, resulting in a golden-brown, crisp texture. The rosemary imparts a fresh herbal aroma that pairs with the sweet and slightly spiced coating from the cinnamon and sugars. This method yields a rich, crunchy snack with balanced sweet and savory notes.

The recipe is straightforward and requires careful stirring to ensure the cashews toast evenly without burning the sugars. The cashews are cooled slightly before serving to allow the glaze to firm up, preserving a pleasant crunch. These toasted nuts can work well as a standalone snack or a flavorful topping for roasted vegetables, salads, or cheese platters offering an interesting texture and aromatic lift.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 2 cups cashew nuts raw
  • 2 tsp coconut oil or avocado oil
  • 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon coconut sugar
  • 1 tablespoon rosemary finely chopped, fresh
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 pinch salt sea salt

Instructions

  1. Add all ingredients to a 10-inch cast iron skillet and heat to medium.
  2. Stir constantly for 8 to 10 minutes until all the liquid is absorbed and nuts are golden-brown and crispy.
  3. Remove skillet from heat and allow cashews to cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1Serving (of 8) Calories 196kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 15g (5%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 13g (20%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 9g (18%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2Cups

Amount Per Serving

Calories 196 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1Serving (of 8)
Calories 196kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 15g 5%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 13g 20%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 9g 18%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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