Description
Slow cooker nuts blend complex Mexican-inspired flavors of chili, lime, and maple syrup into an irresistible snack. Crunchy, zesty nuts offer perfect balance between heat and sweetness for casual gatherings or solo munching.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups mixed nuts
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large egg whites
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp salt (kosher or table)
Instructions
- Glaze Preparation: Whisk brown sugar, granulated sugar, egg whites, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt in a medium bowl until smooth and fully integrated.
- Nut Coating: Transfer almonds, pecans, and walnuts to a spacious bowl, then gently fold the sugar mixture, ensuring complete and even coverage of each nut.
- Slow Cooker Setup: Spray slow cooker interior with non-stick cooking spray and arrange nuts in a single, uniform layer to prevent uneven cooking.
- Caramelization Process: Set slow cooker to low temperature (200°F/93°C) and cook for 2-3 hours, stirring every 30 minutes to prevent sticking and promote consistent glazing.
- Cooling and Setting: Spread nuts on a parchment-lined baking sheet, allowing them to cool and transform into a crisp, crystalline confection with a delectable sweet-spicy profile.
Notes
- Perfectly Coat Nuts: Ensure every nut is evenly and thoroughly covered with the sugar mixture to guarantee consistent flavor in each bite.
- Prevent Burning: Regularly stir nuts during slow cooking to avoid scorching and achieve uniform caramelization without clumping.
- Use Room Temperature Ingredients: Bring egg whites to room temperature for smoother blending and better adhesion of the sugar glaze.
- Storage Pro Tip: Allow nuts to cool completely before storing in an airtight container to maintain their crispy texture and prevent moisture buildup.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 13
- Calories: 201
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 92 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg