Description
These Cacio e Pepe Roasted Nuts are a crunchy, cheesy snack inspired by the classic Roman pasta dish. Packed with flavor from parmesan, cracked black pepper, and a trio of buttery nuts, they’re perfect for parties, grazing boards, or just a cozy night in.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup raw almonds
- 1 cup raw cashews
- 1 cup raw pecans
- 1/2 cup grated parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the almonds, cashews, and pecans with olive oil. Toss well to coat.
- Add the grated parmesan, black pepper, garlic powder, and sea salt. Stir until the nuts are evenly coated.
- Spread the nuts in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Roast in the oven for 18 to 20 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden and aromatic.
- Remove from the oven and let cool completely on the baking sheet to crisp up.
- Transfer to a jar or bowl and enjoy.
Notes
- Let nuts cool completely before storing to maintain crunch.
- Use freshly grated parmesan for best texture and flavor.
- Adjust pepper to taste if you prefer a milder or spicier version.
- Store in an airtight jar for up to one week at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/6 batch
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: cacio e pepe nuts, roasted nuts, parmesan snack, savory nuts, cheesy nuts, italian snacks