Honey Sesame Cashews (Printable)
Crunchy roasted cashews in a sweet honey sesame glaze, perfect for snacking or gifting.
# What You'll Need:
→ Nuts
01 - 2 cups raw cashews
→ Glaze
02 - 1/4 cup honey
03 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
04 - 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
05 - 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (optional)
→ Coating
06 - 3 tablespoons sesame seeds (white or mixed)
07 - 1 tablespoon granulated sugar (optional, for extra crunch)
# How To Make:
01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Stir in the honey and sea salt until well combined. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract if using.
03 - Place the raw cashews in a mixing bowl. Pour the honey-butter glaze over the cashews and toss thoroughly until every nut is evenly coated.
04 - Spread the coated cashews in a single even layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast in the oven for 10 minutes.
05 - Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Sprinkle the sesame seeds over the cashews and stir gently to distribute evenly. Add the granulated sugar at this stage if using for extra crunch.
06 - Return the cashews to the oven and continue roasting for 3 to 5 minutes until golden and fragrant. Monitor closely during this step to prevent burning.
07 - Remove the cashews from the oven and allow them to cool completely on the baking sheet. They will crisp up as they cool. Break apart any clusters that have formed.
08 - Transfer the cooled honey sesame cashews to an airtight container and store at room temperature for up to 1 week.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- These cashews come together in under thirty minutes with ingredients you probably already have sitting in your pantry.
- The double roasting method creates an addictive crunch that store bought versions never quite match.
02 -
- Watch the cashews like a hawk during the second roast because honey goes from caramelized to burnt in seconds.
- Do not skip the full cooling time because the nuts need it to develop their signature crunch.
03 -
- Use raw cashews rather than roasted or salted ones because the double roasting process will toast them perfectly on its own.
- Stir the cashews gently halfway through the first roast to ensure even browning on all sides.