Cinnamon-Roasted Pecans and Almonds

This is by far my favorite fall and winter treat to have available, and makes an incredible food gift to anyone without an allergy--for the holidays or any occasion! Store cooled nuts in airtight containers for up to 2 weeks.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 40 mins
• Total Time: 50 mins
• Calories: 240 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 cup white sugar
• 1 pinch salt
• 1 ½ cups pecan halves
• 4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• ⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted
• 2 large egg whites, at room temperature
• 1 ½ cups whole almonds

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).

Step 2

Beat egg whites with salt in a bowl until frothy; add sugar gradually, beating to stiff peaks. Gently fold in pecans, almonds, and cinnamon. Pour mixture onto a 15 1/2 x 10 1/2-inch jelly roll pan, drizzle melted butter over top, and toss to coat.

Step 3

Bake in the preheated oven, tossing every 10 minutes, until nuts are crisp, about 40 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.