By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on June 14, 2026
Serves 8
711 cal · 45 min
Curried Cashews
Recipe GLPR217e38bf7788e2
A warm, fragrant roasted snack featuring whole cashews coated in a savory-sweet spiced blend of curry powder, cumin, cayenne pepper, and brown sugar. This crunchy treat delivers layers of warm spices with a gentle heat that's perfect for entertaining or snacking.
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Ingredients
3 cups Raw unsalted cashews
3 tablespoons Packed dark brown sugar
1 tablespoon Kosher salt
1 tablespoon Curry powder
½ teaspoon Ground cumin
½ teaspoon Cayenne pepper
1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
Directions
Preheat your oven to 350°F and arrange a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a light coat of oil for easy cleanup.
In a small bowl, whisk together the kosher salt, curry powder, ground cumin, and cayenne pepper until well blended.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the raw cashews with the melted unsalted butter, tossing until every nut is evenly coated.
Sprinkle the spice mixture over the buttered cashews, then add the packed dark brown sugar and toss thoroughly to distribute all seasonings evenly.
Spread the seasoned cashews in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Roast in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the nuts are golden and fragrant but not darkened.
Remove from the oven and spread on a clean surface or parchment paper to cool completely—they will crisp up further as they cool.
Once fully cooled, break apart any clumps and store in an airtight container for up to one week.
Comments
This is a genuinely simple recipe with all ingredients stocked at every major Charlotte chain, so no special trips required. The actual prep time is closer to 10 minutes active work plus 30 minutes oven time, not the stated 45 minutes, making it faster than advertised. At roughly $1.50 to $2.00 per serving (cashews are the driver here, running $8–12 per pound), it's an affordable snack that reheats well and suits a crowd, though it's more of a cocktail-party or lunchbox item than a dinner that feeds a family. Solid for what it is, but the gap between stated time and reality and the single-use nature dock it from a higher score.
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