Bacon Candied Apple Spiced Nuts Recipe

Name: Bacon Candied Apple Spiced Nuts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 8 cups mixed unsalted nuts; 1 pound thick-cut bacon; 1 cup dried apple rings, chopped; 2 egg whites; 2 teaspoons water; 1/2 cup light brown sugar; 1 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon white pepper; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Servings: persons

1
Cook the bacon until crisp, drain on paper towel, roughly chop, set aside.
2
Preheat oven to 300 degrees Fahrenheit
3
Combine the sugar and the spices in a small bowl, set aside.
4
In a large clean bowl vigorously whisk the egg whites until they become foamy.
5
Add the water and continue to whisk until you have soft peaks and there is no water on the bottom of the bowl.
6
Be careful not to go too far whites should be soft, light and foamy, not stiff.
7
Toss the nuts into the bowl and coat the nuts in the egg whites lightly, using your fingertips.
8
Sprinkle the sugar and spice mixture over the nuts and gently toss until everything is completely coated.
9
Spread in a single layer onto parchment-lined baking sheets.
10
Bake for 20 minutes, stirring and flipping with a spatula occasionally.
11
After 20 minutes take the sheet pans out and sprinkle the bacon and apple, toss one more time and return to the oven for another 10 minutes.
12
Remove from oven and let nuts cool completely on the baking sheets.
13
When they are cool use your hands to break up any larger clumps and serve.

823

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 8 cups mixed unsalted nuts, 1 pound thick-cut bacon, 1 cup dried apple rings, chopped, 2 egg whites, and more.

Yes, Bacon Candied Apple Spiced Nuts falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Bacon Candied Apple Spiced Nuts

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Variations & substitutions

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