Maple-Mustard Roasted Nuts

These maple-mustard roasted nuts are the perfect snack or party appetizer. They're sweet, savory, and crunchy, and they're easy to make. Simply toss your favorite nuts with olive oil, maple syrup, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper, and roast them in the oven until they're golden brown and fragrant. Let them cool for a few minutes before serving, and enjoy!

I first came up with this recipe when I was looking for a way to use up some leftover maple syrup. I had a bunch of nuts on hand, and I thought, "Why not combine the two?" I'm so glad I did, because these nuts are delicious! They're the perfect balance of sweet and savory, and they're so addictive. I've been making them ever since, and I always get rave reviews when I serve them to guests.

Prep time: 5 | Cook time: 20 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/2 cup mixed nuts, such as almonds, walnuts, and pecans
• 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
2. In a medium bowl, toss nuts with olive oil.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together maple syrup, mustard, salt, and pepper.
4. Pour the maple-mustard mixture over the nuts and toss to coat.
5. Spread the nuts in a single layer on a baking sheet.
6. Roast in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until nuts are golden brown and fragrant.
7. Let cool for a few minutes before serving.

Why It Works

• The combination of maple syrup and Dijon mustard is what makes these nuts so special. The maple syrup provides sweetness, while the Dijon mustard adds a bit of tanginess and depth of flavor.
• Roasting the nuts in the oven brings out their natural sweetness and crunchiness. It also helps to caramelize the maple syrup and mustard, which gives the nuts a delicious glaze.
• These nuts are the perfect snack or party appetizer because they're easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser.