Pecan and Walnut Holiday Nut Mix Recipe

Name: Pecan and Walnut Holiday Nut Mix
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¾ cup Diamond of California pecan halves; ¾ cup Diamond of California shelled walnuts; ½ cup raw (green) pumpkin seeds; 2 cups rice pockets cereal; ½ cup dried cranberries; ¼ cup packed golden brown sugar; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon water; 1 teaspoon chili powder; ¾ teaspoon salt

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 300F .
2
Line a heavy large baking sheet with a silicone liner or foil.
3
Combine the pecans, walnuts and pumpkin seeds in a medium bowl.
4
Stir the brown sugar, oil, water, chili powder and salt to blend in a small bowl.
5
Drizzle 2 tablespoons of the brown sugar mixture over the nut mixture and toss to coat.
6
Spread the nut mixture out into a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
7
Bake the nut mixture until it's beginning to turn golden brown, about 10 minutes.
8
Meanwhile: Toss the cereal and cranberries with the remaining brown sugar mixture in the same bowl (no need to wash).
9
Add the cereal mixture to the nut mixture on the pan and spread out into a single layer.
10
Roast in the oven until golden brown and glazed, about 12 minutes longer.
11
Cool completely.
12
Toss to combine.
13
Transfer to jars and seal tightly.
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(Mix can be made up to 2 weeks ahead.
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906

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ¾ cup Diamond of California pecan halves, ¾ cup Diamond of California shelled walnuts, ½ cup raw (green) pumpkin seeds, 2 cups rice pockets cereal, and more.

Yes, Pecan and Walnut Holiday Nut Mix falls under the Soups & Stews 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Pecan and Walnut Holiday Nut Mix

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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