Friday Foodspiration: Maple Roasted Nuts

The health benefits of nuts are numerous and they are an all time favorite snack in our house. I try my best to steer my family toward nuts and seeds instead of other packaged pantry foods.

Why am I nuts about nuts?

They are high in nutrients our body needs to functional at it’s best. They are high in healthy fats, plant based protein, and even antioxidants. In this way, they help fight inflammation, heart disease, and diabetes.

The problem is, nuts are generally considered a savory food . . . except for those “Honey roasted” peanuts which are a nutritional nightmare. These maple roasted nuts are my favorite way to to sweeten the deal on nuts without added sugars. artificial flavors, or inflammatory oils.

Maple Roasted Nuts are gluten free, grain free, dairy free, soy free, and sugar free. Best of all . . . they are kid tested and approved! Snack on them alone, in a trail mix, or add an amazing sweet crunch to a salad.

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