Candied Spiced Nuts Recipe

Last Updated on November 9, 2026 by Mr. B

This Candied Spiced Nuts Recipe is the perfect sweet and savory treat when you want something homemade without spending all day in the kitchen. They’re the ultimate seasonal snack, whether you’re munching on them after a Fall trip to the cider mill or packing them into mason jars for special Christmas gifts.

Serve them in a bowl for a party or give them away as edible gifts. These easy candied spiced nuts are always a hit!

These candied pecans and walnuts make a great food gift for family, friends and coworkers.

Spreading the nuts in an even layer on a lined baking sheet ensures they roast perfectly and get that irresistible sweet crunch.

This recipe comes together fast with simple pantry staples, a short prep time and just 12-15 minutes in the oven. So let’s skip the long stories and get straight to roasting!

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Candied Spiced Nuts Recipe

Make these Candied Spiced Nuts in minutes! Pack them in mason jars for the perfect edible gift or keep them on hand for a sweet and salty snack.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 12 minutes mins

Servings: 16

Course: Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine: American

Ingredients Method Video Notes

Ingredients

  

• 2 cups raw pecans
• 2 cups raw walnuts
• 3 tbsp melted unsalted butter
• ¼ cup light brown sugar (plus a pinch more for topping)
• 2 tsp ground nutmeg
• ½ tsp sea salt (for finishing)
• ¼ cup maple syrup (divided)

Method

 

Preheat Oven

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Combine on Pan

1. Add the pecans and walnuts to a large parchment-lined baking sheet.
2. Top the nuts with the melted butter, light brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, sea salt, and half of the maple syrup (1/8 cup).
3. Toss everything together directly on the pan until the nuts are evenly coated.

Bake

1. Bake for a total of 12 to 15 minutes, or until the nuts are golden brown and fragrant. Toss and stir them once at the halfway point to ensure even cooking and prevent burning.

Finish

1. Remove the pan from the oven. While the nuts are still hot, immediately drizzle them with the remaining 1/8 cup of maple syrup. Sprinkle on a generous pinch of flaky sea salt, a little extra cinnamon, and a light dusting of brown sugar.

Cool

1. Stir one final time to combine and coat. You can enjoy them warm, or let them cool completely on the baking pan. As they dry and cool, the sugary coating will harden and crisp up.

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Notes

GIFTING & STORAGE TIPS: Never store these nuts warm, as trapped steam will ruin the crunchy coating. Once fully cooled at room temperature, transfer the candied nuts to an airtight glass jar. They'll stay fresh in a cool, dry pantry for up to 3 weeks, making them perfect for make-ahead gifts! For longer storage, freeze them in an airtight bag for up to 1 month.