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This sweet, crunchy, and irresistible Candied Pistachios recipe is a super easy way to transform plain, everyday nuts into a golden, glossy treat that's fabulous on salads, yogurt, oatmeal, ice cream, or simply as a snack! Plus, the free printable labels make them perfect for gifting.
I've had a little container of these Candied Pistachios on my counter for the past few weeks. It's had to be replenished numerous times as we've been enjoying them as snacks, on salads, and with our morning oatmeal and yogurt… in so many ways! But this recipe is so simple that it's no big deal to whip up a fresh batch whenever the supply runs low.
Every time I serve these delightful pistachios on a salad, my guests' eyes light up, and they ask, "What is this delicious crunchy topping?" They're always impressed when I tell them it's "Candied Pistachios." Sometimes, I just let them be amazed and don't share how ridiculously easy they are to make!
Ridiculously Easy
After seeing how quickly and easily this recipe comes together, I knew it had to be added to our Ridiculously Easy Recipe hall of fame.
Not familiar with our Ridiculously Easy recipes? You can read all about them in this post and see the whole collection here, but to put it in a nutshell, they're a collection of our favorite recipes that are super simple and don't require much hands-on time. My favorite way to describe this category is:
"These are the recipes that will make you look like a kitchen rock star with minimal effort on your part."
Nice, right?
How to make these Candied Pistachios
If you've made our Ridiculously Easy Maple Molasses Pecans, this pistachio recipe follows the same simple technique.
Here's the start-to-finish scoop:
Ingredients
The ingredient list is short and sweet! You'll need:
- Pistachios
- Maple syrup
- Honey
- Cinnamon
- A pinch of chili powder
- Salt
That's it!
Prep
- Preheat the oven to 325˚F.
- Line a sheet pan with foil for easy cleanup.
Combine the Ingredients
- In a microwave-safe medium bowl, combine the pistachios, maple syrup, honey, cinnamon, chili powder, and salt.
- Microwave on high for 1 minute. This helps the ingredients blend together and thins the mixture so it coats the pistachios evenly.
- Stir well, then turn the mixture out onto the prepared sheet pan.
Bake
- Bake at 325˚F for 18 minutes, stirring once halfway through.
Important
- Try to let the nuts cool before devouring them!
See what I mean? Easy, Ridiculously Easy. And the results? Absolutely delicious and impressive!
What to Do with These Candied Pistachios
We love these Candied Pistachios in so many ways:
- On oatmeal - They add a perfect crunch to your morning bowl.
- With yogurt and fresh fruit - A delightful mix of flavors and textures.
- As a salad topping - A sweet, crunchy complement for fresh greens.
- For a protein-packed snack - Grab a handful when you need an energy boost!
- For a fabulous dessert - Try them on vanilla ice cream with a drizzle of our Real Deal Caramel Sauce or Ridiculously Easy Hot Fudge Sauce.
- On a charcuterie or cheese board - A gourmet touch for your next gathering.
- As a homemade gift - A thoughtful, unique treat for friends, neighbors, teachers, or coworkers!
Give Them as a Gift!
We love giving jams, jellies, cookies, and other sweet treats as gifts, but sometimes, it's nice to share something that isn't overloaded with sugar. These Candied Pistachios check that box!
And of course, if you follow The Café, you know we love dressing up our gifts with a pretty label. We've designed a custom label for these pistachios (pictured above and below), and we're happy to share it with you!
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Don't Wait!
Got a few minutes to spare? Make a batch of these Candied Pistachios! There are a zillion ways to use them-if you can resist eating them all straight from the counter! But if you do, no worries… you can make another batch in under 30 minutes.
Café Tips for Making These Candied Pistachios
✔ What's a microwave-safe bowl?
A microwave-safe bowl simply means that it won't get hot or melt in the microwave. Glass, most ceramic dishes, and heatproof glassware are generally safe.
✔ The best bowl to use?
A 4 or 8 cup Pyrex measuring cup with a handle works great-the handle stays cool, making it easier to stir.
✔ Pick the prettiest pistachios!
I love using Fiddyment Farms Pistachos because they're consistently fresh and beautiful.
✔ Raw vs. toasted pistachios?
You can use either! Raw pistachios yield a final product with a brighter green color, which I think is really pretty.
✔ How to store them?
Keep them in an airtight container or ziplock bag, and they'll stay fresh for 1-2 weeks.
✔ Be careful when stirring!
The glaze gets very hot, so stir cautiously.
✔ Don't skip lining your pan with foil!
Also, grease the foil-otherwise, the nuts will stick and create a mess.
✔ My favorite sheet pans.
If you're in the market for new sheet pans, I love these OXO Good Grips pans. I've used mine for years and they hold up really well. They come in a half sheet pan size, a jelly roll pan and a quarter sheet pan.
✔ Work quickly in the final step.
When transferring the glazed nuts to the foil, spread them out in a single layer to prevent clumping.
Thought for the day:
I saw heaven standing open
and there before me was a white horse,
whose rider is called Faithful and True.
On His robe and on His thigh He has this name written:
KING OF KINGS AND LORD OF LORDS.
Revelation 19: 11&16
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Ridiculously Easy Candied Pistachios
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ⅛ teaspoon chili powder, optional
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 cups raw or roasted pistachos
Instructions
For the prep:
- Preheat oven to 325˚F.
- Line a sheet pan with foil and spray the foil generously with nonstick cooking spray. (this will keep nuts from sticking to the pan). Layout a second piece of foil on a work surface and again spray with nonstick cooking spray. Rub each with a small piece of paper toweling to evenly coat the surface with the oil. Or use a piece of parchment paper instead of foil on your work surface. No need to spray the parchment.
For the pistachos:
- Combine all ingredients in a medium microwave-safe bowl. Stir well.
- Place the bowl in the microwave and cook on high power for 1 minute. This will thin out the maple mixture to help coat the pistachios better. Then stir continuously for 1 minute (no cheating, you want the syrup mixture to get in every little nook and cranny of the pistachios), until the nuts are thoroughly coated.
- Turn the pistachios out onto the prepared sheet pan, making sure to scrape out all of the honey mixture. Spread out the nuts to a single layer on the pan.
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 10 minutes.
- Remove from oven and stir well to redistribute nuts then spread out again to a single layer. Bake until golden brown, about 8-12 minutes more. Watch them carefully towards the end as nuts can quickly burn.
- Stir again after removing from oven then spread out to a single layer on the prepared foil or parchment paper on your work surface.
For storing:
- Allow to cool completely, then transfer to an airtight container for storage
Notes
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These look delicious. May I please have the labels? Thank you.
Thankyou for your fabulous recipes! Could I please get a copy of your gorgeous labels for gifting. ❤️
Love your website and use a lot of your recipes. Would love to have the candied pistachio labels. Thank you!!
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I am a huge fan of your website, thank you for all of your hard work. Please send me the labels for the candied pistachios. I couldn't find a link in the article, so I hope this works. Thanks again.
Thank you for the kind comment, June!
Greetings, I came across your blog site I was looking for recipe ideas for my pistachios truly enjoy creating and developing new recipes. What blessed me so much was your thought of the day. You rarely. find a golden nugget to carry you through your day. I want to thank you and encourage you to continue to be a lighthouse on this platform. Could you please send me the label pdf, and thank you again.
Thank you for the kind and encouraging comment, Treva!
These are absolutely addictive. Thank you so much.
Printed labels please, as these would be great as a hostess gift.
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I am new to your website but it looks very good! Would love to have the instructions for the beautiful labels. Thank you so much and I can't wait to try some of your recipes😍
Welcome, Lisa! We are happy to send the labels.
I just requested the pdf for the labels, and wanted to also ask if you can share information about the adorable blue floral embossed dishes? They are so cute!
Thank you!
Hi Rebecca, happy to share the dish info. They're from a company called, "Two's Company". You can find the tray here: https://amzn.to/4l1aRao
And the bowls, here: https://amzn.to/4ehuxE8
I plan to make these. They look so beautiful and I can just imagine all of the delicious uses! Can you please share the labels?
Thank you!
Sending them your way, Rebecca!
Please send me the pdf for the candied pistachios label. Thank you.
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Also I was on your email chain, but then had to remove myself. Is it possible to get back on it?
I hope so!
Hi Liz, we are happy to send the labels! And you can enter your email address at the top of the page to sign back up for the emails 🙂
Spot on for seasonings and timing in the oven at 325 deg. And the recommendation for the pistachios, than you very much. These are so delicious. And the kitchen smells yummy.
Awesome! Thanks for the review, JJ!
This looks delicious and I can’t wait to make these nuts. I would love the labels. Thanks for all of your wonderful recipes!
Sending them your way, Brenda!
Looks like a wonderful gift idea
Please may I have your labels
Thank you
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I would like to request your pretty labels. Thank you
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Please send me the labels for the candied pistachios. My daughter in law loves pistachios and I can’t wait to make these for her. Thank you for all the marvelous recipes over the years.
Would love to have the labels, please.
Thank you,
Judy B Lamb Leonard
Sending them your way, Judy!
This recipe looks most delicious. May I kindly ask for the printable label? Thank you and God bless.
Sending them your way, M!
Thanks, Chris. The labels are quite lovely. God bless.
M.
Hi Chris, would love the labels for these delicious candied pistachios thank you for sharing the recipe.
Regards
Brigitte
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Hi Chris,
I would really appreciate it if I could have the labels for this candied pistachios.
I will also try with almonds.
Love from Lisbon,
Ana
Happy to send them, Ana!
Hi Chris,
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Karen
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Thank you for the recipe! I'll be making them soon and would like to have the label.
Thank-you.
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Would you please send the labels for those delicious looking pistachios. They look wonderful ! Thanks !
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Hello Chris,
I would really appreciate it if I could have the labels for this candied pistachios.
Happy to send them, Linda!
Good morning - can't wait to give these a go. May I have the labels please? Regards
Wendy
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What a great recipe! I know I will be making some soon. May I have the information for producing the labels? Thank you!
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I’m going to try this soon. Could I please get the label pdf. They look beautiful!!!
Sending them your way, Chandini!
I can't wait to try these and add to my Christmas gift list. I would love to have the round labels for both sizes of jars. Thanks so much!
Mary Louise Zaiontz
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Thank you so much for sharing so many delicious recipes. Could you please share the label for the candied pistachios.
Sending them now, Donna!
Please send me the labels for the nuts and do you think these can be made in the nut pan on the stove. Just asking. Thanks,
Hi Romaine, happy to send the labels.
Regarding your question, I'm not familiar with a nut pan. I tried these on the stovetop in a regular pan but it didn't go well!
Thank you, Chris, I would so appreciate the label for the nuts.
They're coming your way, Linda!
Planning to make 2 batches and give as gifts. Would like to receive the labels to go with this recipe.
Sure, sending them now, Lis.
Would love for you to send the Candied Pistachios recipe; it'll be fun to make them and give as gifts as you've indicated. Thank you
They're on the way, Judy!
These looks delicious, I am certainly going to try them.
Can you please send me your stunning gift label.
Thank you
Deborah
Looks so yummy! Please send the labels...Pistachios are my favorite nut.
Sure, sending them now, Deborah!
Hi Chris, these look delicious. please may I have the PDF labels to go with them. Also, the bread on your board looks yummy would love to make that too.
Thanks for all your hard work in putting all the beautiful food recipes and labels together they are very much appreciated.
Thank you, Meryl
Thanks, Meryl! Happy to send them! The bread is our copycat Raincoast crackers: https://thecafesucrefarine.com/copycat-rosemary-pecan-raincoast-crackers/
These sound delicious. Please send the labels? Thank you.
Thanks, Debbie! Sending them now.
Every “nut” recipe of yours has been a huge success. This one is just in time for Easter. Please send me the beautiful labels - they make the gift giving even more special. Thank you!
Thanks for your kind words, Diane! Happy to send the labels.
Another great recipe. Please send labels. Thank you.
Thanks so much, Andrea! Sending them now.
Could other nuts be used for this recipe, if so which ones would work best?
Hi Maria, yes, you could use other nuts. Walnuts would be nice and pecans also work well. Here's a pecan recipe: https://thecafesucrefarine.com/maple-molasses-glazed-pecans/
And here's an almond recipe: https://thecafesucrefarine.com/ridiculously-easy-maple-glazed-roasted-almonds/
I would love the labels. Thank you!
Sending them now, Barbara!
Please send labels
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Hi Chris,
Love all of your recipes. Please send the labels.
Also love the blue serving bowl you are using. Can you please share where you may have purchased the bowl? Thanks so much
Hi Bernice, thanks so much!
Sending the labels your way.
Regarding your question, the bowls are from a company called Two's Company and you can find them on Amazon: https://amzn.to/4iCQzSS
I would love your label to go with these delicious nuts!!! Yum.
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Hi Chris!
I can't wait to try this recipe!
I have a big bag of pistachios from costco that will be perfect to use.
Please send me the label pdf. I love your labels!
Thank you so much
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This seems so easy! Do you think this could be used with other types of nuts?
Hi Kathy, yes you can use other nuts. Here's one with pecans: https://thecafesucrefarine.com/maple-molasses-glazed-pecans/
Hello,
These sound delicious and perfect for gift giving. Would love the labels. Thank you.
Hi Tina, this will make wonderful gifts - sending them now!
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Happy to send them, Diane!
Certainly looks ready enough to make. Anxious to try. Please send your cute label in case there’s enough to share
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