SPICED ROSEMARY ROASTED CASHEWS
on Jun 01, 2026
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Made with seven simple ingredients, these roasted cashews are sweet, savory, and an easy snack that’s ready in less than 20 minutes.
It wouldn’t be a celebration without making a big batch of these Spiced Rosemary Roasted Cashews.
This snack is sweet, savory, and incredibly addictive. I love serving them as an appetizer or alongside a charcuterie or grazing board.
They’re a perfect little bite to nibble on before the main event, and they come together in no time.
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They also make a wonderful hostess gift. Grab a cute jar, fill it with a few generous handfuls, tie it off with a ribbon, and you’ve got a thoughtful, homemade gift that feels festive and personal without a ton of effort.
Trust me, once you make a batch, these will quickly become a yearly tradition. Enjoy!
Ingredients for Spiced Roasted Cashews
Just seven ingredients (including oil and salt) and 20 minutes until you have yourself a savory, sweet snack. Here’s what you’ll need.
- Cashews: Look for organic whole raw cashews (sometimes labeled as unroasted and unsalted).
- Avocado Oil: I like to use avocado oil, which is neutral and unflavored, but you could also use melted coconut oil or olive oil.
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Pin It- Maple Syrup: A natural sweetener that is a go-to staple of mine. I don’t recommend substituting honey or agave.
- Rosemary: Woodsy, earthy rosemary gives a holiday nod to this delectable snack. You’ll need 1/4 cup of rosemary sprigs total. Then, finely chop it before adding it to the raw nuts.
- Coconut Sugar: Regular sugar or brown sugar would work too.
- Salt: A pinch of salt rounds out the flavors.
- Cayenne: Cayenne gives a subtle amount of heat that contrasts with the sweetness of the maple syrup and coconut sugar. You can omit it if serving to children or those who prefer less spice.
How to Make Spiced Rosemary Roasted Cashews
Preheat the oven to 375°F.
Toss cashews, avocado oil, maple syrup, rosemary, coconut sugar, salt, and cayenne together in a bowl. Add to a baking sheet in a single layer.
Roast cashews for 10 minutes, toss, and roast for 8 to 10 more minutes.
Let cool completely (they will harden as they cool) and then break up any pieces that have stuck together. Snack and enjoy, or put in jars and give a gift to a friend.
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SPICED ROSEMARY ROASTED CASHEWS
Ingredients
- 4 cups whole raw cashews
- ¼ cup avocado oil
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- ¼ cup fresh rosemary, chopped (see Note)
- 3 tablespoons coconut sugar
- 1 tablespoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Toss all of the ingredients (cashews, avocado oil, maple syrup, rosemary, coconut sugar, salt, and cayenne) together in a bowl. Add to a baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast cashews for 10 minutes, toss, and roast for 8 to 10 more minutes.
- Let cool completely (they will harden as they cool) and then break up any pieces that have stuck together. Snack and enjoy, or put in jars and give a gift to a friend.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
