A delightful snack of roasted cashews glazed with honey and a touch of salt.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Preheating ensures even cooking from the start.
In a mixing bowl, toss the raw cashews with a tablespoon of water to lightly moisten them.
This helps the sugar mixture adhere better to the nuts.
In a small saucepan, combine the brown sugar, honey, and remaining water. Heat over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and the mixture becomes syrupy, about 3-4 minutes.
Stir constantly to prevent the sugar from burning.
Pour the honey mixture over the cashews and stir until they are evenly coated.
Ensure all cashews are well-coated for uniform flavor.
Spread the coated cashews in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Using parchment paper makes cleanup easier.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the cashews are golden and fragrant.
Keep an eye on them to prevent over-browning.
Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle with sea salt. Let cool completely on the baking sheet.
Cooling allows the glaze to set and the cashews to crisp up.
Once cooled, break apart any clusters and serve or store.
Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.