Air Fryer Sweet and Spicy Nuts [Quick & Easy Snack]

brown sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: white sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

mixed nuts

🥗Healthier: raw nuts

💰Cheaper: peanuts

Peanuts are often less expensive and still provide crunch.

cayenne pepper

🥗Healthier: paprika

💰Cheaper: chili powder

Paprika offers a milder flavor with similar color.

egg white

🥗Healthier: aquafaba

💰Cheaper: none

Aquafaba is a vegan alternative that binds well.

Grab a mixing bowl and add the nuts.

Add the maple syrup, melted butter, salt, cinnamon, cayenne pepper, and smoked paprika to the bowl and toss to coat.

Preheat the air fryer to 350° F (about 175° C).

When the air fryer is hot, add the coated nuts into the basket and give it a shake to settle them into one even layer.

Air fry the mixed nuts for about 4 to 6 minutes or until they are browned and crackling, shaking the basket every 2 minutes for even cooking.

Watch the nuts closely as they can go from perfect to burnt quickly.

When done, remove the nuts from the air fryer and spread them out on a large plate or baking sheet to cool.

Transfer the cooled nuts to a bowl or container.

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