Firecracker Crunch: Weasleys’ Dragon Roasted Nuts
Firecracker Crunch is a magical sweet-and-spicy roasted nut snack inspired by Weasleys’ Dragon Roasted Nuts. Featuring honey, warming spices, and a fiery kick, this crunchy treat is perfect for parties, gifting, or cozy nights.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45-60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Yield: About 3 cups
- Category: Snack
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Fusion / Inspired
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
16 oz (about 3 cups) mixed nuts (cashews, almonds, pecans, walnuts, peanuts – omit peanuts for Paleo)
1 large egg white
½ cup honey
1½ teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (use ¼ teaspoon for milder mix)
¼ teaspoon cracked black pepper
¼ teaspoon ground ginger
¼ teaspoon ground cloves
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 250°F (120°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Whip egg white until frothy. Add nuts and toss to coat evenly.
- Add honey and all spices; mix well until nuts are evenly coated.
- Spread nuts evenly on prepared baking sheet.
- Roast 45–60 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes to prevent burning and ensure even cooking.
- Remove from oven; cool 10 minutes, then break into chunks.
- Store in airtight container up to 2 weeks.
Notes
Use raw, unsalted nuts for best flavor control.
Adjust cayenne and red pepper flakes to taste.
Swap honey for maple syrup for vegan version; omit egg white.
Experiment with nut and seed combinations.
Package in decorative jars for magical gifts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
