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Easy Barbecue Roasted Mixed Nuts – Best Party Snack

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These barbecue roasted mixed nuts are the perfect party snack, ready in 20 minutes with a sweet-smoky coating that’s absolutely addictive. Made with simple pantry ingredients, they’re better than store-bought and disappear fast at any gathering.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups raw mixed nuts (almonds, cashews, pecans, walnuts)
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar, packed
  • 1 tablespoon barbecue seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Position the rack in the center of the oven. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, combine the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne (if using). Stir together.
  3. In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter in 15-second intervals until fully liquid. Let cool slightly.
  4. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the melted butter, brown sugar, and barbecue seasoning until smooth.
  5. Pour the raw mixed nuts into the bowl with the butter mixture. Toss until every nut is evenly coated.
  6. Spread the coated nuts onto the prepared baking sheet in a single, even layer.
  7. Roast for 10 minutes. Remove the sheet, stir the nuts, and return to the oven.
  8. Roast for another 5-8 minutes, until the nuts are fragrant, slightly darker, and the coating looks bubbly and caramelized.
  9. Remove from the oven and let the nuts cool completely on the baking sheet.
  10. Once cooled, gently break apart any clusters with your hands.

Notes

Watch the nuts closely in the last 5 minutes to prevent burning. Let them cool completely for the best crunch. These nuts taste even better the next day as flavors meld. For a vegan version, swap butter for coconut oil or vegan butter.

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