SWEET and SPICY NUT MIX

In the mood for something hot and sweet? In this recipe, wasabi peas and cayenne pepper provide the former, and brown sugar provides the latter. It’s an unbeatable combo!

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» SERVES 2–4 «

3 tablespoons packed brown sugar

1 tablespoon corn syrup

1 tablespoon vegan butter, melted

1 teaspoon salt

¹/₂ teaspoon ground cinnamon

¹/₄ teaspoon cayenne pepper

1 cup raw nuts (almonds, peanuts, cashews, or any combination)

1 cup pretzels

¹/₂ cup wasabi peas

1. Preheat oven to 350°F. In a medium bowl, combine brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, salt, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper. Add in nuts, pretzels, and wasabi peas. Stir to evenly coat.

2. Place nut mixture evenly spread out on a cookie sheet.

3. Bake 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally to break up clusters. Allow to cool completely.