It’s Tip Friday on Marilyn’s Treats. And todays tip is Toasting Nuts.
Toasting Nuts
Nuts will take on a deeper color when toasted. Toasting nuts enhances their flavor. Since nuts are high in fat, they can scorch easily. Always toast nuts in a shallow container in a single layer. A low to moderate oven (300-325°F) is best. The nuts are done when you can smell their aroma and they’ve become golden brown. Remove them from the oven when their color is just a shade lighter than what you’re looking for, as they’ll continue to cook a bit as they cool. Once the nuts are done, remove them from the oven and transfer them to a cool surface immediately, to minimize this carry-over cooking. If you’re toasting sweetened coconut, remove it from the oven and stir it on the baking pan every five minutes to ensure even browning.
If Toasting Nuts gets you wanting more see my Banana Walnut Bread Or these Sugar Cinnamon Cannoli!
This article is part of the Tips That Help in the Kitchen Series, Tip Friday.
Thanks so much for the tips Marilyn!!
Thanks Pili. I am glad it worked!
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I have never tried toasting nuts, but I’ll pin this post to remember for any time I decide to try. Thanks for linking up with us at Sweet Inspiration
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Thank you Pili! Your comment came through notification twice, but didnt post on the blog. I will check it out.
Great tips! You wouldn’t believe how many nuts I’ve burned on the stovetop – I’ll try this next time! Thanks for sharing with us at Throwback Thursday!
Mollie
I can’t tell you all the troubles I go through. I started these tips because of that! Thanks Mollie.
I love toasted nuts, especially pine nuts and almonds. I never thought about the carry over cooking, this is probably why mine end up too dark. Once again you’ve saved the day! I always learn new things when I visit you, I love that!
Glad my failures can be used for good! ????
I love your tips, Marilyn! Thanks for sharing at Merry Monday. 🙂
I am glad you like them Dee! Love your party.
Yum! I love toasted nuts for either snacking r as a topping to salads … it does bring the flavors out … thanks for sharing with us at #SimplifyWednesdays
I have lways liked pine nuts. I just got hooked on toasting them recently. Just need to measure them out better!
What a great tip! I don’t toast that many nuts but toasted pine nuts are a regular staple in my salads. So, So tasty. Really useful post, Thanks so much for linking up with the #sharethejoy linky
You are welcome Ceri. I find the best tips are ones I am lready doing but didn’t know why!
Thanks Marilyn. Sometimes I fail to toast nuts even though the recipe says too. I didn’t know it helped the flavor. Now I do.
I skip alot of spices because I don’t store the expensive ones. I found THEY change the flavor. Who would have though?
Definitely a great tip!
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Thank you Jess.
I toast nuts for brownies and for ice cream toppings. Since toasting gives me flavor they are so tasty.
I agree Leslie! I use them for sundaes all the time!
Perfect instructions!! Thanks for sharing on the What’s for Dinner Linky!
Thank you so much Helen!
I usually do mine in a pan on top of the stove, with mixed results. Will try them in the oven next time!
I don’t know but there is something about the oven that makes them moister. I have heard others even microwave them!
I’ve never tried toasting my own but you make it sound easy. I think I’d spend a lot of time looking into the oven to see how they’re doing. I like the idea of taking them out a shade before you think they’re done. Good tips for roasting nuts!
~Jess
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Thank you Jess for adding your thoughts! I am happy when they cause someone to stop and think!
I can’t eat many of them but sure wish I could!
Hugs,
Linda
I can’t eat alot either. They make a great energy boost just by eating 6-8!
Hi Marilyn, It’s surprising what a difference it makes to toast nuts – it really seems to bring out their flavor! Thanks for the tips! Happy Fourth of July! Blessings, Janet
Thnk you Janet. I am happy you agree. Toasted are so much better. Toasted pecans are great on ice cream!
Yumm…I love toasted nuts! Thanks so much for sharing your tips with us at Share The Wealth Sunday!
You are welcome Lisa!
And they are so healthy! Delicious!
That they are Nancy!a great treat to offset sugar!
If I could eat nuts, I would roast all of them! LOVE THEM SO SO SO much!
I dont eat many. But they are great protein and a good treat!