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Easy and Delicious Candied Nuts (5 Ingredients, Vegan, Paleo, Gluten-Free!)

Whether you’re looking for a delicious and easy-to-make sweet snack, a crunchy topping for yogurt or oatmeal, or a homemade holiday gift, these Easy and Delicious Candied Nuts check all the boxes. They’re simple, customizable, and so good.

Thank you to my friend Heather for sending me the recipe. You can make them right in your own kitchen with just five simple ingredients. Our vanilla bean paste is the star.

After one crunchy, sweet bite, I knew this was a recipe worth sharing with you.

These Easy and Delicious Candied Nuts are:
Naturally sweetened (thanks to maple syrup + coconut sugar) Vegan, paleo, gluten-free, and dairy-free
Crunchy, addictive, and fun to eat
Perfect for gifting, snacking, or enjoying straight off the baking sheet.

And the best part? They take less than 30 minutes to make.

Ingredients You’ll Need

• 2 ½ cups mixed nuts (pecans, almonds, cashews, walnuts—your choice!)
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
• 1 tablespoon coconut sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla Bean Project Vanilla Bean Paste

 

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 325°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or greased foil.
2. Mix the dry ingredients. Add nuts, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt to a large bowl. Stir to coat.
3. Sweeten the deal. Add maple syrup, coconut sugar, and vanilla. Stir until the nuts are fully coated.
4. Spread & bake. Pour nuts onto the prepared baking sheet, spreading them in an even layer with little gaps to help air circulate.
5. Bake & flip. Bake for 15 minutes, then use a heatproof spatula to flip the nuts. Bake another 6–12 minutes, keeping a close eye to prevent burning.
6. Cool & enjoy. Remove from the oven and let cool on a rack for 30 minutes. The glaze will crisp as it cools, giving you that perfect candied crunch.

Tips for Perfect Candied Nuts

✨ Watch closely at the end—nuts can go from golden to burnt in minutes.
✨ Mix it up—try adding pumpkin pie spice, a pinch of cayenne, or even flaky sea salt for a sweet-and-salty twist.
✨ Gift them! Pack in jars or bags with a ribbon for the ultimate homemade present.