Is there anything better than slow-roasted cashews? How about today’s recipe for Air Fryer Maple BBQ Roasted Cashews? Lots and lots of flavor and great salty snacks!
Trader Joe’s might be the best place to get a great deal on nuts. Last night, I made a TJ’s run and picked up some raw cashews.
My kids loved spiced nuts, so today, while they were busy with schoolwork. I made a batch of Air Fryer Maple BBQ Roasted Cashews.
So, if you love making roasted nuts or cashews, this is an excellent recipe!
And suppose you are looking for even more Air Fryer Appetizer Recipes. In that case, some of my favorites are AIR FRYER LEMON CRAB CAKES, AIR FRYER AVOCADO FRENCH FRIES, and KETO AIR FRYER PICKLES.
What Are Cashews?
Technically cashews are fruits since they grow inside the cashew fruit, known as a drupe.
They are grown in both India and Africa. On large trees with colossal fruit hanging down from them, which is where the cashews are harvested from.
Cashews are considered healthy as they promote a healthy heart, help you get a strong immune system, and even help speed up your metabolism.
How do I roast nuts in my air fryer?
This is such an easy recipe. I have made a lot of recipes where I roast nuts right in my air fryer.
You do not need any seasoning; you can get a perfectly roasted batch within minutes.
You can use olive oil or egg white to get the crunchy texture of the cashews. Seasonings will vary based on your taste.
I usually add some salt after they are roasted and toss them.
Ingredients For Air Fryer Maple BBQ Roasted Cashews
- Raw Cashews
- Olive Oil
- Maple BBQ Rub
- Salt
How To Make Air Fryer Maple BBQ Roasted Cashews
First, add the cashews to a small mixing bowl, mix in the olive oil and maple BBQ rub. Then, toss with your hands because it helps to get the olive oil and spice blend over the cashews.
Place the cashews into the air fryer basket and set the temperature to 370 degrees F for 5-7 minutes. (air fryer setting)
What is the Difference Between Raw and Roasted Cashews?
Today, I used raw cashews. Although labeled as raw, they are unshelled, meaning they have already been roasted to remove the shell. If you purchase roasted cashews in the store, they have been roasted twice. First, they were roasted to remove the shell, and the second time, they were roasted a second time.
Where to Buy Cashews
Cashews are very expensive. Therefore, the best places would be online, box stores, Whole Foods, or Trader Joe’s.
Anytime there is a sale. Therefore, I stock up.
Why Do We Roast Cashews?
Roasting any nut enhances the flavor and aroma of the nut.
Cashews do very well roasted. Consequently, roasting cashews is a trendy snack and appetizer.
How to Store Roasted Cashews
The best place to store air fryer roasted cashews is an airtight container. They will last a few days. After that, you may want to place them in the refrigerator, which will last about a week.
However, since our cashews are coated with olive oil and spices, they will not do well in the refrigerator. This is because the olive oil, when cold, usually becomes hard.
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Such an easy and healthy snack. Today I used Maple BBQ seasoning, which is one of my family’s favorites, and olive oil. A perfect and easy snack.
- 1 cup raw cashews
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons Maple-BBQ Seasoning Rub
- 1 teaspoon sea salt optional right before serving
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Add the cashews to a small mixing bowl.
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Mix in the olive oil and maple BBQ rub.
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Toss with your hands to get the olive oil and spice blend over the cashews.
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Place the cashews into the air fryer basket and set the temperature to 370 degrees F for 5-7 minutes. (air fryer setting)
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Season with sea salt
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Plate, serve, and enjoy!
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