Name: Spicy and Sweet Roasted Sriracha Nuts
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Ingredients: 4 cups assorted raw nuts; 2 tbsp Lee Kum Kee Sriracha Chili Sauce; 3 tbsp coconut sugar*; 1 tbsp maple syrup; 1 tsp sea salt; 2 tsp cinnamon; 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary

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These Spicy and Sweet Roasted Sriracha Nuts are the ultimate easy snack for any occasion! Whether you are hosting a holiday party, need a quick appetizer, or want a crunchy treat to gift this season, these nuts are a total winner. They are perfectly sweet, lightly spicy, and come together in one pan in under 20 minutes!

Bowl of seasoned roasted nuts with Lee Kum Kee Sriracha sauce, easy holiday snack recipe.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

It is that time of year when holiday entertaining is in full swing! Between last-minute gift shopping and festive gatherings, I wanted a quick homemade snack that everyone would love. These roasted sriracha nuts have become my go-to for just about everything, including gifting, snacking, party appetizers, or even as a crunchy salad topping!

The bold, sweet heat from sriracha chili sauce balances beautifully with a light caramelized glaze, making each bite crunchy, flavorful, and a little addictive. The best part? They are made with just a handful of simple ingredients and bake up perfectly in 15 minutes.

These nuts also make the perfect DIY edible gift for teachers, neighbors, or friends. Place them in a jar, tie with a festive ribbon, and you have a thoughtful homemade gift ready to go!

For a nutritionist-approved snack tip, check out my guide on healthy holiday snack ideas. These nuts are protein-rich, naturally gluten-free, and satisfy that craving for something sweet and salty without processed ingredients. You can also pair them with other favorite snack recipes like spiced rosemary nuts or maple roasted cashews to create a festive snack platter for your holiday gatherings!

Sheet pan of freshly baked spicy and sweet Sriracha roasted nuts with rosemary on light blue background.

How to Make Spicy and Sweet Roasted Sriracha Nuts

Prep your pan: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and preheat the oven to 350°F.
Mix the coating: In a medium bowl, whisk together sriracha sauce, maple syrup, a touch of oil, and a pinch of salt to create a perfectly sweet and spicy glaze.
Toss and coat: Add your favorite mix of nuts, including almonds, cashews, pecans, or walnuts, and toss until evenly coated.
Roast to perfection: Spread the nuts in a single layer and bake for about 15 minutes, stirring halfway through. They should be golden and slightly sticky when done.
Cool and enjoy: Let them cool completely so the glaze hardens into that perfect crunchy texture.

Store in an airtight container for up to a week if they last that long!!

Close-up of a bowl of homemade spicy sriracha roasted nuts with rosemary on a rustic wooden surface.

Tips to Make Them Perfect

Adjust the spice: Add more sriracha if you like extra heat, or reduce for a milder version.
Use raw nuts: Unsalted, raw nuts give the best flavor and let you control saltiness.
Double the batch: These go fast, especially during the holidays. Make a big batch so you can snack and still have extras for gifting.
Get creative: Sprinkle a few on your favorite salads or roasted vegetables for a crunchy, flavorful twist.

Bowl of spicy and sweet roasted nuts with sriracha, rosemary garnish, next to Lee Kum Kee Sriracha bottle.

These Sweet and Spicy Sriracha Nuts are versatile, easy, and always a hit! Once you try them, you will want to make them again and again. If you’re serving them for the holidays, my Free Holiday Guide is full of festive snack inspiration, plus other roasted nut recipes like spiced rosemary nuts or maple roasted cashews to create a holiday platter everyone will love.

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