These Rosemary Roasted Cashews are salty, sweet, and a little spicy, with lots of fresh rosemary flavor. They make a great snack you can take with you on the go, or great finger food for holiday parties! They're vegan, gluten-free, and ready in just 30 minutes!
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Why You'll Love These Roasted Cashews
Easy party snack - Roasted nuts are one of the easiest finger foods or snacks you can make, and there are endless flavor possibilities! These can be ready in just 30 minutes, and they store really well. They're also vegan and gluten-free, so everyone can enjoy them!
Sweet and spicy with lots of fresh herbs - Fresh rosemary brings all the flavor, while maple syrup and avocado oil caramelize and create a crunchy crust on the cashews. I also add red pepper flakes to make them spicy as well, but that's totally optional.
Ingredients
- Cashews - Make sure you're using raw, unsalted cashews.
- Fresh rosemary - I recommend using fresh rosemary because it adds much more flavor than dried rosemary and isn't as spiky.
- Avocado oil - I always use this oil for baking and cooking and I recommend it here because it has a neutral flavor and high smoke point. Use any neutral cooking oil you have.
- Maple syrup - It caramelizes in the oven and adds a delicious crunch to the cashews. You can also use honey if you prefer. I like darker maple syrup for a stronger flavor, but any you prefer works.
- Garlic powder - I highly recommend using garlic powder, not fresh garlic, because it would burn in the oven.
- Fine sea salt - Salt balances the sweetness of the maple syrup. Himalayan pink salt is
- Red pepper flakes - This one is optional, but great if you want to add a little bit of heat without overpowering the other flavors too much.
Variations and Substitutions
- Different nuts - You can make this recipe with practically any other nuts or seeds. You might just have to adjust the cooking time based on their size. Almonds, pecans, sunflower seeds, or pumpkin seeds are a few great options.
- Thyme - If you don't have rosemary, you can use thyme instead. You can also combine the two for more flavor.
- Cayenne pepper - If you want them extra spicy, swap the red pepper flakes for some cayenne.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F and prepare a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, mix together the avocado oil, maple syrup, finely chopped rosemary, sea salt, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes.
- Add the cashews to the prepared baking sheet and pour the rosemary mixture over them.
- Toss everything together until evenly coated, and spread the cashews so they don’t overlap each other too much.
- Roast them in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, toss to flip, and roast for another 8-10 minutes. Keep an eye on them towards the end so they don’t burn.
- Allow them to cool in the pan before transferring to a plate or a container. Be careful, the maple syrup is extra hot from the oven! The cashews will still be softer while they're warm but they'll harden as they cool.
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Tips & Tricks!
- Use a large pan - If you give the nuts more space, they'll crisp up and caramelize better. Once they cool, they'll harden and stick together, so if you give them enough space, it prevents them from ending up in a big chunk.
Storing
Store the cashews in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. Keep them in a cool, dark place away from heat to make them last longer.
Always make sure the nuts are completely cool before closing the container with a lid to avoid condensation and mold.
FAQs
Yes, you can make this with any nuts you have! The bake time may vary based on their size, but almonds, pecans, or walnuts would be great. You can also use a mix of them.
I don't recommend it. They won't be as crunchy once defrosted. You can use defrosted raw cashews for this recipe though!
Other Roasted Nuts Recipes
If you're looking for more flavor inspiration for roasted nuts, check out the tree recipes below. You can make all of them with cashews or any other nuts; you may just need to adjust the oven temperature. To see all the latest ones and similar recipes, head over to Snacks.
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Rosemary Roasted Cashews
- Prep Time: 5 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 6-8 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Description
These Rosemary Roasted Cashews are salty, sweet, and a little spicy, with lots of fresh rosemary flavor. They make a great snack you can take with you on the go, or great finger food for holiday parties! They're vegan, gluten-free, and ready in just 30 minutes!
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp finely chopped rosemary
- 1 tsp fine sea salt
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
- 2 cups raw cashews
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F and prepare a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, mix together the avocado oil, maple syrup, finely chopped rosemary, sea salt, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes.
- Add the cashews to the prepared baking sheet and pour the seasoning mixture over them.
- Toss everything together until evenly coated, and spread the cashews so they don’t overlap each other too much.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, toss to flip, and roast for another 8-10 minutes. Keep an eye on them towards the end so they don’t burn.
- Allow them to cool in the pan before transferring to a plate or a container.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature. Wait for them to cool completely before closing the lid.
Notes
The maple syrup caramelizes in the oven and will harden on the cashews as they cool. The nuts will also get crunchier as they cool. You can start breaking them up as they cool before they harden completely, if a lot of them are stuck together.
Storing: Store the cashews in an airtight container at room temperature in a cool, dry place for about a week.
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