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Marissa Bolden

Vanilla & Cinnamon Spiced Wheat + Nut Crunch

This spiced wheat and nut mix is warm, aromatic, and lightly sweet without crossing into dessert territory. Using shredded wheat as a crisp base that toasts beautifully while carrying cinnamon and vanilla into every bite. Perfect for snacking, sprinkling over a yogurt bowl, or just tossing in a bag on the go.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 24 oz

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup pecans
  • 1 cup cashews
  • 1 cup shredded wheat
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 300°F and line a sheet pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, cinnamon, and vanilla extract.
  3. In a larger bowl, combine the pecans, cashews, and shredded wheat.
  4. Pour the vanilla oil mixture over the nut and wheat mixture. Toss until all ingredients are evenly coated.
  5. Spread the coated mixture onto the prepared sheet pan in a single, even layer.
  6. Bake for 10 minutes, or until the shredded wheat is lightly browned and the nuts are fragrant.
  7. Remove from the oven and allow the mixture to cool completely before serving.