Nuts and Holly

Elevate your holiday snacking or gifting game with this festive "Nuts and Holly" recipe—a perfect balance of salty, sweet, and aromatic flavors. This delightful blend of roasted almonds, cashews, and pecans is coated in a luscious butter-maple glaze infused with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, then topped with tart dried cranberries and fragrant fresh rosemary for a holiday-inspired twist. The optional sprinkle of powdered sugar lends a snowy, decorative finish that makes this treat both visually stunning and irresistibly delicious. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a quick 20-minute bake, "Nuts and Holly" is an easy yet elegant holiday recipe, ideal for gatherings, gift jars, or cozy evenings by the fire. Whether you're entertaining or treating yourself, this crowd-pleasing mix delivers both flavor and festive cheer!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup raw almonds
• 1 cup raw cashews
• 1 cup pecan halves
• 1 cup dried cranberries
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
• 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the almonds, cashews, and pecan halves.

Step 3

In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter and stir in the maple syrup, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and sea salt. Mix until combined.

Step 4

Pour the butter and maple syrup mixture over the nuts and toss to coat them evenly.

Step 5

Spread the nut mixture in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 15–20 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the nuts are golden and aromatic. Keep an eye on them to prevent burning.

Step 7

Remove the nuts from the oven and allow them to cool slightly on the baking sheet for about 10 minutes.

Step 8

Once the nuts have cooled slightly and are still sticky, toss in the dried cranberries and fresh rosemary. The warmth will release the aroma of the rosemary and lightly soften the cranberries.

Step 9

If desired, sift powdered sugar over the mixture for a festive, snow-dusted effect and let it cool completely.

Step 10

Transfer the 'Nuts and Holly' mix to an airtight container or gift jars, and enjoy or share with friends and family!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	577.1 grams (577.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3062

Total Fat 225.60g	289%
Saturated Fat 35.40g	177%
Polyunsaturated Fat 17.30g
Cholesterol 62mg	21%
Sodium 1233mg	54%
Total Carbohydrate 235.00g	85%
Dietary Fiber 43.60g	156%
Total Sugars 153.20g
Protein 61.40g	123%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 546mg	42%
Iron 16mg	91%
Potassium 2342mg	50%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 63.1%

Protein: 7.6%

Carbs: 29.2%