Four Easy Nut Recipes to Celebrate National Nut Day

It’s National Nut Day (there seems to be a national day for everything these days) and if you know Waxing Kara, you know we have a round-up blog featuring all of our favorite recipes revolving around that yummy ingredient.

Nuts are extremely good for you; they are full of protein, fiber, and good fats. When people hear fats, they may stay away from that food, but nuts contain good fats like omega-3 and omega-6 that give your body energy and support cell growth. That’s why they are such a good midday snack. Instead of a third cup of coffee, try a handful of nuts or better yet one of the recipes below, for an energy boost. They are super tasty too!

Nuts are a versatile ingredient, easy to integrate in any recipe, often adding a needed texture or crunch. We feature recipes from salty to sweet, and even spicy! Each nut recipe includes our Eastern Shore honey of course!

Nut Recipes

Starting off with a quick and easy breakfast, this honey nut granola will jumpstart your morning. This nut recipe can be sprinkled on top of yogurt or oatmeal, or even eaten as a cold cereal. Granola can be easily manipulated based on your favorite ingredients and flavors. So customize this recipe to make the best breakfast for you!

honey nut granola on table with fresh fruit and raw honey on linen tablecloth

These honey nutballs are packed with protein and relatively simple to make; just throw all the ingredients into a food processor and you’re good to go! Pack a few nutballs in your gym bag and you have a perfect pre or post-workout snack.

honey peanut butter balls in white bowl with oats on white table

This Spicy Nut Mix with cayenne and chili powder are the perfect snack food for a tailgate, watch party or get together with friends. Our recipe features; almonds, pistachios, pecans and pumpkin seeds, but use your favorite nuts or whatever you have in your pantry.

spicy honey nut mix in square skillet accompanied by pinch pot full of seasoning mix and open jar of raw honey and honey hangtag on black marble slab

Finishing our roundup with a sweet treat, candied nuts are an all around favorite at our Honey House. They are super versatile so here are some ways we enjoy them: on top a fresh summer salad, to add crunch to an ice cream sundae, a fancy topping on pies, or just by the handful.