From Better Homes and Gardens

Crushed red pepper kicks up the flavor of this super-easy snack. Share it at Christmas gatherings.

Pepper-Glazed Pecans

From Better Homes and Gardens

Any nuts can be spruced up for the Christmas holidays with a seasoning mix. Here are four options that you can make to create a variety of appetizing coatings.

Roasted Nut Snack

From Taste of the South

Sugared Pecans

From The Food Channel

Enjoy the sweet taste of the South with these heavenly homemade pralines.

Southern Style Pralines

From EatingWell

Make plenty of these mildly sweet and salty nuts--they are great to have on hand over the holidays.

Mississippi Spiced Pecans

From Better Homes and Gardens

Don't say we didn't warn you: Just a taste of these herbed nuts brings guests back for more.

Savory Nuts

From Food & Wine

The classic Syrian nut dip muhammara typically contains walnuts, bread crumbs, Aleppo pepper paste, and pomegranate syrup, but there are endless variations. The bright-flavored take here is adapted from a recipe by Anissa Helou's Syrian chef-friend Mohammed Antabli. Pistachios, cashews, and freshly toasted pine nuts, almonds, and walnuts give it a chunky texture, while onions and red bell peppers make it tangy-sweet.

Tangy Red-Pepper-and-Nut Dip

From Family Circle

An egg white helps the brown sugar and Jamaican-style spices cling to the peanuts. Pack the snack into decorative containers and give as holiday gifts.

Caribbean Nuts

From Midwest Living

Serve these favorite candied nuts at a holiday party or package them and give away as gifts.

Sugared Almonds

From Heart-Healthy Living

Spicy seasonings and a little ground cinnamon add sensational flavor to this snack without boosting its sodium level. Try it as an appetizer as well.

Chili Nuts

From Better Homes and Gardens

Have some of these cinnamon flavored nuts on-hand for unexpected guests or for last minute parties.

Sugar-Roasted Almonds

From The Food Channel

This easy-to-prepare appetizer can be made ahead and offers a crunchy-sweet and spicy flavor. An unexpected appetizer or party munchie.

Creole Spice-Toasted Pecans

From Better Homes and Gardens

Your family will love this nutty snack recipe that can be prepared in just 30 minutes--or give unexpected guests something to munch on.

Spiced Nuts

From Fine Cooking Magazine

You can make these up to a week in advance. Store in an airtight container while still warm to prevent the caramel from becoming sticky.

Salted Caramelized Pistachios

From Diabetic Living

This herb-accented roasted nut mix is a family-favorite. You can munch on the nuts as a snack, or you can sprinkle them over mashed sweet potatoes or a salad. Or use them to stuff baked apples.

Rosemary Roasted Nuts

From Family Circle

Teriyaki sauce and sesame oil lend Asian flavors to this holiday snack. Sesame sticks and wasabi peas are fun additions to the traditional cereal and peanut mix.

spicy asian snack mix

From Taste of the South

Spicy Orange Walnuts

From Better Homes and Gardens

Serve this country-style pate with apple or pear slices, toasted baguette rounds, and stone ground mustard.

Cranberry-Pistachio Pate

From Heart-Healthy Living

Instead of using cooking oil or melted butter for these snack nuts, we used apple juice concentrate. It helps cut the fat in the recipe.

Curried Cashews

From Smithfield

Sweet and salty together -- a perfect combination.

Pecan Stuffed Dates

From EatingWell

Salty, sweet and laced with smoke--the perfect kind of almond for a party. If any remain the next day, savor them over a salad topped with sliced ripe pears and shaved Manchego cheese.

Spiced Spanish Almonds

From EatingWell

A no-bake, make-ahead treat, this perfect combination of fruit and nuts is a nutritious and delicious mouthful. Rolling them in shredded coconut gives them their festive look.

Festive Fruit & Nut Balls

From EatingWell

A medley of warm spices tempered with a touch of brown sugar is a great match for rich, nutritious pecans. They make a perfect nibble with a drink before dinner or afterward with a cup of espresso.

Chili Pecans