By Becky Hardin
Published Dec 3, 2020
These delicious spiced nuts are the perfect make ahead snack for the holidays. Easy to make in your slow cooker, these crockpot candied nuts are full of warming flavors and they make for great homemade food gifts.
Crockpot Snack Nuts
I love to make up a batch of candied nuts at Christmas , and it’s so easy to make them in your crockpot and free up your oven!
Almonds and pecans are coated in a sweet and salty spice mix, and you’ll probably want to make a double batch as they are super addictive!
For more easy snacks , be sure to try my Salted Caramel Puppy Chow and Sweet and Salty Hot Buttered Cheerios .
Why you’ll love this Crockpot Candied Nuts Recipe:
- Hands off: Other than the occasional stir, these spiced nuts are pretty hands off and you don’t need to worry about them burning, unlike if you cooked them in the oven.
- Make ahead: These candied nuts have a great shelf life, so they are ideal for giving as gifts!
- Delicious! We could not stop eating these! They are a wonderful mix of salty and sweet and the aromas from the spices are so perfectly festive!
How to make candied nuts in the slow cooker
You can jump to the recipe card for full ingredients & instructions!
- Add the nuts to an oiled Crockpot.
- Whisk the egg whites and mix in the vanilla, butter and spices.
- Pour over the nuts and stir to combine.
- Cook in the Crockpot, stirring every 30 minutes.
- Add the water .
- Lay the nuts on parchment paper to let cool.
How long do they keep?
Once the Crockpot candied nuts have cooled completely, store them in an airtight container at room temperature. Keep them out of direct sunlight and they will keep well for up to 3 weeks.
Can you freeze them?
To extend the shelf life of the spiced nuts, you can freeze them for up to 2 months. They can be enjoyed right from the freezer too, no need to defrost them, and they are super yummy like this!
How do you serve them?
I love to set out a few bowls of these for snacking when we are enjoying some drinks, but they are also great to add to salads, baked goods and desserts.
Homemade food gift
These slow cooker candied nuts make for a great food gift to give to friends and family during the holidays, and this recipe makes about 4 cups. Once cooled, place them in a nice glass jar with a gift tag and some ribbon for an easy and delicious present!
Tips!
- I used a mix of almonds and pecans, but you can use any nuts you like. Walnuts and peanuts work well.
- Stir the nuts every 30 minutes so that they are evenly coated and they don’t burn.
- Allow the nuts to cool completely before storing.
More Easy Snack Recipes
- Candied Corn Puffs Snack Mix Recipe
- Homemade Gardetto’s Snack Mix Recipe (Copycat Recipe)
- Oreo Rice Krispie Treats Recipe
- Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
- Homemade Kettle Corn (Popcorn Seasoning)
If you make this recipe be sure to upload a photo in the comment section below or leave a rating. Enjoy!
Ingredients1x2x3x
- ▢ 2 cups whole raw almonds 284 grams
- ▢ 2 cups whole raw pecans 250 grams
- ▢ 2 egg whites 70 grams
- ▢ ¾ cup dark brown sugar 160 grams
- ▢ ¾ cup granulated sugar 150 grams
- ▢ 2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste 8 grams
- ▢ 2 tablespoons salted butter 28 grams, melted (¼ stick)
- ▢ ½ tablespoon ground cinnamon
- ▢ ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ▢ ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ▢ ¼ cup water 57 grams
Instructions
- Spray the inside of your crockpot with nonstick spray.
- In a large bowl, toss all of the nuts to combine, then add to the crockpot. 2 cups whole raw almonds, 2 cups whole raw pecans
- In a small bowl, whisk the egg whites until foamy. Add the sugars, vanilla bean paste, melted butter, and spices. Stir to combine. 2 egg whites, ¾ cup dark brown sugar, ¾ cup granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste, 2 tablespoons salted butter, ½ tablespoon ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon ground ginger, ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Pour the egg/sugar mixture over the nuts in the crockpot. Stir well to coat.
- Cover and set to cook on HIGH for 3 hours, stirring every 30 minutes as it caramelizes.
- During the last stir, add the water. ¼ cup water
- Lay out parchment paper then spread cooked spiced nuts in a single layer to cool completely.
Equipment
- Kitchen Scale (optional)
- Crockpot
Becky’s Tips
- I used a mix of almonds and pecans, but you can use any nuts you like. Almonds, walnuts and peanuts all work well.
- Stir the nuts every 30 minutes so that they are evenly coated and they don’t burn.
- Allow the nuts to cool completely before storing.
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Crockpot Candied Nuts Recipe
Equipment
- Kitchen Scale (optional)
- Crockpot
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole raw almonds 284 grams
- 2 cups whole raw pecans 250 grams
- 2 egg whites 70 grams
- ¾ cup dark brown sugar 160 grams
- ¾ cup granulated sugar 150 grams
- 2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste 8 grams
- 2 tablespoons salted butter 28 grams, melted (¼ stick)
- ½ tablespoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ cup water 57 grams
Instructions
- Spray the inside of your crockpot with nonstick spray.
- In a large bowl, toss all of the nuts to combine, then add to the crockpot. 2 cups whole raw almonds, 2 cups whole raw pecans
- In a small bowl, whisk the egg whites until foamy. Add the sugars, vanilla bean paste, melted butter, and spices. Stir to combine. 2 egg whites, ¾ cup dark brown sugar, ¾ cup granulated sugar, 2 teaspoons vanilla bean paste, 2 tablespoons salted butter, ½ tablespoon ground cinnamon, ½ teaspoon ground ginger, ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- Pour the egg/sugar mixture over the nuts in the crockpot. Stir well to coat.
- Cover and set to cook on HIGH for 3 hours, stirring every 30 minutes as it caramelizes.
- During the last stir, add the water. ¼ cup water
- Lay out parchment paper then spread cooked spiced nuts in a single layer to cool completely.
Notes
- I used a mix of almonds and pecans, but you can use any nuts you like. Almonds, walnuts and peanuts all work well.
- Stir the nuts every 30 minutes so that they are evenly coated and they don’t burn.
- Allow the nuts to cool completely before storing.
Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List
What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
Click to get my Free Printable Grocery List for the perfectly stocked pantry and freezer!
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
