Keto Candied Nuts are a sweet and tasty dessert with a low carb count. It prepares well with the use of basic ingredients such as butter, cinnamon, vanilla extract, mixed nuts, salt, and keto sweetener. These few ingredients are simple enough that you can purchase them from grocery stores or will already be available in your kitchen. They deliver a strong and nutty flavor with the caramelized coating. These nuts have 3 g of net carbs and 200 kcal of caloric content. Keto Candied Nuts are ideal for breakfast, parties, snacks, desserts, and dinners. It freezes properly for almost three months. It requires twenty-five minutes to cook completely with basic methods of preparation. This cuisine is perfect for a quick supper meal. Serve it with yogurt topping and spinach salad.
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STATISTICAL OVERVIEW:
- Cuisine: Western
- No. of Calories: 200 kcal
- Diet: Keto
- Time for prep: 10 minutes
- Course: Snack, Dessert
- Cooking time: 15 minutes
- Single portion size: 1/4 cup
- Cooking mode: Oven or stovetop
- Yield in total: 8
- Level of difficulty: Easy
- Overall time: 25 minutes
TOOLS:
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Mixing bowl
- Spatula
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Small saucepan
INGREDIENTS:
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- Salt
- Two cups of mixed nuts
- 2 tbsp of keto sweetener
- Half a tsp of vanilla extract
- Coconut oil or butter, two tbsp
INGREDIENT NOTES:
CINNAMON:
- This ingredient imrpoves an aroma and flavor in these nuts. There is no replacement required for this ingredient.
COCONUT OIL OR BUTTER:
- Coconut oil helps to caramelize and stick the sweetness to the nuts. Swap it with non-dairy butter, which gives a strong taste.
VANILLA EXTRACT:
- The vanilla extract provides a deep flavor and sweetness in this dessert. Substitute it with the pure vanilla extract for the keto diet.
SWEETENER:
- It includes allulose, monk fruit powder, or erythritol to give a mild sweetness. Don’t use the honey or sugar because they are not good for the keto version.
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INSTRUCTIONS:
- Set the oven temperature to 350°F.
- Use the parchment paper to coat a baking sheet.
- Lightly melt the coconut oil or butter with the sweetener in a saucepan till a syrup forms.
- Transfer from the flame and mix in a small amount of salt, vanilla extract, and cinnamon.
- Spread the syrup on the nuts in a bowl and stir till it gets completely coated.
- Arrange the nuts in a layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake till it gives an aroma and becomes golden brown, for fifteen minutes.
- Leave it to fully chill to stick the coating with nuts.
TIPS:
- Keep it in a closed bowl to completely chill in the freezer.
- Don’t bake the nuts for a long time to avoid burning.
- Include a small amount of nutmeg or cayenne for more taste.
- Mix it continuously for a uniform caramelization.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
SNACKS:
- Straight from the jar
- Trail mix
- Nut clusters
BREAKFAST:
- Yogurt topping
- Chia pudding garnish
- Keto smoothie bowl topper
DESSERTS:
- Cheesecake garnish
- Chocolate mousse sprinkle
- Keto ice cream crunch
SALADS:
- Spinach salad topper
- Kale salad crunch
- Mixed greens with goat cheese
DRINKS:
- Coffee or latte topping
- Hot chocolate sprinkle
STORAGE INFORMATION:
REFRIGERATION:
- Place it in a tightly sealed bowl for 13-14 days.
FREEZING:
- Store these nuts in a closed vessel for three months.
FAQs:
Will I use spicy ingredients?
- Yes, you can make it spicy by using the chili powder or cayenne.
Why these nuts doesn’t get properly coated?
- They don’t get properly coated because of the wrong sweetener choice, or the temperature is too low.
Could I include a different kind of nuts?
- Sure, use the walnuts, almonds, or pecans, which also work perfectly for a keto diet.
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NUTRITIONAL FACTS:
Fats: 18 g
Net carbs: Three g
No. of calories: 200 kcal
Sugar: One g
Fiber: Two g
Sodium: 20 mg
One single portion: 1/4 cup
Proteins: Five g
Total carbs: 5 g
