Sugar Pumpkin Pie Nuts

By MaryEllen

Ingredients

• 1 lb assorted Nuts (Raw Cashew Pieces, Raw Pecan Pieces, Walnut Halves & Pieces)
• 1 cup Whole Milk
• 1 1/2 cups Sugar
• 3/4 tsp Salt
• 2 tsp Pumpkin Pie Spice
• 1 tsp Vanilla Extract

Preparation

Step 1

Directions

Place assorted nuts into a large bowl, set aside.

In a medium pot, combine the milk, sugar, salt and pumpkin pie spice and place over medium heat. Stir constantly for about 5 minutes until the sugar dissolves. Allow the mixture to come to a boil until it reaches at least 235°F but no more than 245°F.

Remove pot from heat, add vanilla extract, stir and pour over the bowl of mixed nuts. Using a wooden or silicone spatula, coat the nuts and lay on a flat surface covered with parchment or wax paper to cool. Once cooled, break apart and enjoy! Use as a topping on a salad, add to a fruit and cheese plate or simply eat by the handful.