Cinnamon+Vanilla Nut Mix
Let’s talk about CINNAMON! Not only it is wonderfully fragrant and delectable in baked goods, it’s been used medicinally around the world for thousands of years! 🤯 Cinnamon has powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Studies have shown that it can slow the aging process, relieve inflammation, decrease menstrual pain, boost brain function, and stabilize blood sugar. YES PLEASE to all of that! As little as half a teaspoon of cinnamon daily can have positive effects on blood sugar levels, digestion, immunity, and more. Sign me up!
I aim to consume about 1 teaspoon per day. Lately I’ve been adding it to my smoothies and Dandy blend latte. It’s such a warming spice and adds a little sweetness to the flavor profile.
This Cinnamon+Vanilla Nut Mix is a cinch to whip up and hits that perfect balance of sweet, salty, and crunchy. I suggest making it the next time you have friends over for a dinner party, movie, or game night — that way it’ll make your kitchen smell DIVINE and it’ll also keep you from eating the entire batch by yourself (which is very easy to do)! 😉
Cinnamon+Vanilla Nut Mix
Ingredients
- 1 egg white
- 1 Tablespoon coconut oil, melted
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 splash vanilla
- 2 teaspoons xylitol (for low glycemic index) or granulated sugar
- 1.5 Tablespoons almond flour
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/3 Cup pecans
- 1/3 Cup walnuts
- 1/3 Cup cashews
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 275F.
- Whisk the egg white, coconut oil, cinnamon, vanilla, xylitol, almond flour, and salt together in a small bowl.
- Stir in the mixed nuts and coat completely.
- Arrange the nuts in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment or aluminum foil. Bake 20-25 minutes until toasty and fragrant! Let cool about 10 minutes.
- Devour!
Notes
You can learn more about the health benefits of cinnamon here.