Maple Smoked Nut Mix

Golden Age Snacks

Category

Snack

This maple smoked nut mix is a cozy, savory-sweet snack featuring almonds, cashews, and pecans coated in rich beef tallow, pure maple syrup, and warm smoked spices, then roasted until golden and fragrant. It's perfect for holiday gatherings, gifting in small jars, or setting out alongside drinks during festive evenings!

Maple Smoked Nut Mix

Ingredients

  • 3 cups mixed nuts (almonds, cashews, pecans)

  • 1½ tbsp Golden Age tallow, melted

  • 2 tbsp maple syrup

  • 1 tsp smoked chipotle powder

  • ½ tsp smoked paprika

  • ½ tsp garlic powder

  • ½ tsp kosher salt

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 325°F.

  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the melted beef tallow, maple syrup, smoked chipotle powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and salt.

  3. Add the nuts and toss until evenly coated.

  4. Spread the nuts in a single layer on a baking sheet.

  5. Bake for 12 minutes, then remove from the oven and stir.

  6. Return to the oven and bake for another 10 minutes, until lightly toasted and fragrant.

  7. Remove from the oven and let cool completely to allow the nuts to fully crisp.

  8. Store at room temperature in an airtight container.