11 Fancy Spiced Nut Recipes That Bring the Heat

You'll never go back to the pre-packaged party nuts after trying one bite of this homemade version. Cayenne, cumin, and black pepper add flavor that's balanced out with a little sugar.

Rich butter, salty Worcestershire, and spicy ground red pepper are the trio behind these irresistibly snackable nuts. Recipe creator Diane Kester suggests adjusting the amount of red pepper to your preferred heat level.  

The ultimate balance of sweet and spicy comes from the combo of sugar with cayenne pepper. "Absolutely delicious! I made several different nut recipes today and this is the one I can't stop eating," says TaraKD.

Crunchy pecans are tossed in a buttery blend of cayenne, cumin, and salt before getting roasted to golden brown perfection. While these make a great snack, they also double as an excellent salad or grain bowl topper.

You only need three ingredients for this wow-worthy recipe. "Plain mixed nuts are kicked up a notch by adding the tangy and spicy flavors of Tajin seasoning," says recipe creator France C. "They are a perfect party snack and go well with a nice cold beer."

Using both white and brown sugar adds a little extra depth to these sweet and spicy nuts. The recipe gets its kick from black pepper and curry powder, be sure to use a hot variety for extra spice if you're a true hot head.

Simply using pecans, sugar, and cayenne, you can create these easy-to-make glazed pecans. As a bonus, since the recipe doesn't include spoilable ingredients like butter or egg whites, they'll last for longer on the countertop.

Honey roasted peanuts are a classic snack choice, but here they're bumped up with the addition of chipotle chile powder for some subtle heat and smokiness. Robin says, "These are fantastic! They give you the little spicy kick just at the end."

While curry powder may be the base flavor for these toasted pecans, a sprinkling of cayenne adds a boost of spice. Make a batch and enjoy them as snacks or a crunchy topping all week long. 

Butter, honey, and cayenne are the trio behind the sweet and spicy glaze on these walnuts. Recipe creator larmcc suggests serving them over salads and yogurt, or just enjoying them plain. 

This recipe, which uses 10 cups of pecans, makes enough for gift giving and sharing, with plenty leftover for enjoying yourself. Each bite is sweet and infused with the flavors of cayenne pepper and chili powder.