Spicy Maple Cashews are perfect for snacking on, adding to salads or serving as part of a charcuterie board. Adjust the heat by varying the amount of Ghost Pepper Salt and Habanero Chilli Powder to taste.
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups raw cashews
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons taco seasoning (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed aleppo peppers
- 1/4 teaspoon ghost pepper salt (or substitute regular salt and a pinch of cayenne pepper for heat)
- 1/4 teaspoon habanero chilli powder
Method:
Preheat the oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a baking tray with greaseproof paper or lightly grease it.
In a bowl, combine the raw cashews with the maple syrup, taco seasoning, crushed Aleppo peppers, ghost pepper salt and habanero chili powder. Mix well until the cashews are evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
Spread the seasoned cashews in a single layer on the prepared baking tray.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, stirring half way through. Keep an eye on them to avoid burning as ovens can vary.
Remove the baking tray from the oven and leave the Spicy Maple Cashews to cool completely on the baking tray. They will crisp up as they cool.
Once cooled, transfer the spicy cashews to an airtight container or enjoy them immediately as a spicy snack.
