Crunchy Gingerbread Candied Nuts | Sugar-Free & Keto
Crunchy candied almonds and walnuts with warm gingerbread spices, fresh rosemary, and a splash of brandy. Mix in 5 minutes and bake in 15 for an easy snack or homemade gift.
Ingredients
- 200 g raw unsalted almonds
- 150 g raw unsalted walnuts
- 1 large egg white 30 g
- 1/3 cup total white and brown granulated sweetener blends ( I use monk fruit )
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary leaves, from a 10 cm sprig a mix of chopped and whole leaves
- 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 1/2 tsp ground ginger
- 1/5 tsp ground cardamom
- 1/4 tsp ground brown cardamom
- 1/5 tsp ground cloves
- 1/4 tsp fine salt
- 3 tbsp brandy
- 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil or melted coconut oil
Instructions
- Prepare the panPreheat the oven to 160°C (320°F) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Coat the nutsLightly whisk the egg white in a large bowl. Add the almonds and walnuts and toss until evenly coated.
- Add the seasoningsMix the sweeteners, rosemary, spices, and salt in a small bowl, then toss with the nuts. Drizzle in the brandy and oil and toss again.
- BakeSpread the nuts in a single layer on the lined pan. Bake for about 15 minutes, until fragrant and the coating is set.
- Cool and storeLet the nuts cool completely on the pan so the coating crisps. Break apart any clusters and transfer to an airtight jar.
Notes
For the crispiest coating: Spread the nuts in a single layer and let them cool completely on the pan before packing.
Storage: Transfer the cooled nuts to an airtight jar and keep it in a cool, dry cupboard.
Nutrition Facts per Serving
Nutrition per serving: 1 of 16 servings, Calories: 154 kcal, Protein: 4.3 g, Carbohydrate: 4.5 g, Net Carb: 2.0 g, Sugars: 0.6 g, Fat: 13.6 g, Saturated Fat: 1.2 g, Fiber: 2.5 g, Sodium: 40 mg.Nutrition Facts Notes
✔️ Protein and Fiber: Almonds and walnuts are the main contributors, with an estimated 4.3 g protein and 2.5 g fiber per serving. ✔️ Walnuts and Omega-3: Each serving provides an estimated 0.85 g of ALA, a plant-based omega-3 fat. ✔️ Magnesium: Almonds and walnuts contribute to the estimated 49 mg per serving.Nutrition Disclaimer
I’m a recipe developer, not a registered dietitian or nutritionist. Nutrition values are estimates and vary with ingredient brands, substitutions, and serving size. Estimates use olive oil, unsalted nuts, and monk fruit blends with no digestible carbs. Brandy is counted as added. Net carbs are total carbs minus fiber. Coconut oil increases saturated fat. Allergens: Contains almonds, walnuts, and egg.