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Air Fryer Salt & Pepper Roasted Cashews

These Air Fryer Salt and Pepper Roasted Cashews are a simple, crunchy snack that comes together fast with minimal effort. Using the air fryer makes it easy to roast cashews at home. It delivers evenly cooked, golden air fryer roasted cashews.

This easy air fryer roasted cashews recipe creates perfectly crisp nuts every time and answers exactly how long to cook cashews in the air fryer for the best results.

small bowls of air fryer salt and pepper roasted cashews on a round wooden cutting board

Ideal for snacking, entertaining, or meal prep, these quick and crunchy air fryer cashews are a go to healthy air fryer snack. The classic salt and pepper seasoning gives lots of flavor.

They are the perfect gluten free snack recipe or appetizer. Once you know how to make cashews in the air fryer, this will quickly become your favorite air fryer cashew snack recipe.

I purchase the organic, unsalted, unroasted cashews at Costco, but you can also find them in many store's bulk sections and Thrive Market carries them too. Make sure you buy unsalted and unroasted in order for this recipe to turn out correctly.

If you are looking for more air fryer recipes try my Air Fryer Spicy Roasted Peanuts, Air Fryer Sweet and Salty Roasted Cashew Nuts, Air Fryer Savory Herb Roasted Nuts or my Gluten Free Air Fryer Chex Mix.

Here are more snack recipes: Gluten Free Snack Recipes

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Ingredients

Instructions

Place cashews in a bowl. Pour oil over the nuts.

Mix together the flour and spices. Pour the dry ingredients over the nuts and stir thoroughly.

Pour nut mixture into air fryer basket and spoon any oil/spice mixture left in the bowl over them.

Cook at 350 degrees for 6 minutes. Open and shake the basket every 2 minutes so the nuts get cooked evenly.

Immediately remove the nuts from the air fryer and pour into a bowl to cool. The nuts will continue to cook in the bowl a little, so it's ok if they look a little pale. They will all be a light golden brown shortly.

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Air Fryer Salt & Pepper Roasted Cashews (GF, DF)

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  • Author: Elaine VanVleck
  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 2 cups 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free
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This recipe makes a quick, healthy snack. I love to eat them warm from the air fryer!

Ingredients

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Instructions

Place cashews in a bowl. Pour oil over the nuts.

Mix together the flour and spices. Pour the dry ingredients over the nuts and stir thoroughly.

Pour nut mixture into air fryer basket and spoon any oil/spice mixture left in the bowl over them.

Cook at 350 degrees for 6 minutes. Open and shake the basket every 2 minutes so the nuts get cooked evenly.

Immediately remove the nuts from the air fryer and pour into a bowl to cool. The nuts will continue to cook in the bowl a little, so it's ok if they look a little pale. They will all be a light golden brown shortly.

Notes

Make sure the oil you choose to use is meant for hight heat cooking.

The flour is to bind the spices to the nuts with the oil. You can use something other than rice flour.

You could leave out the nutrional yeast, but it is what gives them the tangy flavor you taste in store bought nut mixtures.

  • Prep Time: 4 minutes
  • Cook Time: 6 minutes
  • Category: Snacks
  • Method: Air Fryer
  • Cuisine: Gluten Free

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I roast nuts in my air fryer?

It's so quick and easy to roast nuts in an air fryer! It takes a lot less time than the traditional oven roasting method.

I simply coat my nuts in the seasoning and oil of my choice in a large bowl. In this recipe it's heavy on the salt and pepper flavor. I evenly pour the nut mixture into my air fryer basket and air fry. So easy!

How do I get seasoning to stick to my air fried nuts?

It is best to use oil, water or egg whites to get the seasoning to stick to the nuts you want to air fry. In a bowl mix the nuts, seasoning and the oil, water, or egg whites until the nuts are coated.

Pour the nuts evenly into the basket of your air fryer and roast. So easy and delicious!

Gluten Free Applesauce Waffles with Apple Topping Recipe (GF)

two plates of gluten free applesauce waffles with apple topping

This healthy recipe for gluten free applesauce waffles with apple topping is an easy, homemade breakfast. The delicious recipe has cinnamon and almond flour.

I love breakfast food. When I went gluten free a few years ago breakfast was the first thing I worried about. At first I thought I would be eating eggs and never again get to indulge in waffles. Thankfully, I was wrong!

These Applesauce Waffles with Apple Topping remind me of apple fritters. I like to cook the waffles until they have browned and are slightly crispy. This is important because if you take the waffles off the griddle too soon they will be soggy and you won't get that delicious crispiness.

two plates of gluten free applesauce waffles with apple topping

I mix up the batter for the waffles and begin cooking them first. Next, while I'm cooking waffles in the griddle I begin peeling and chopping the two apples needed for the topping.

By the time I've gotten the five sets of large waffles cooked the apple topping is lightly boiling on the stove to cook the apples down and brown the ghee.

I suggest serving the waffles and topping immediately while they are still hot. These apple sauce waffles and apple topping are a delicious way to start your day!

a plate of gluten free applesauce waffles with apple topping

Can you substitute applesauce for oil in waffles?

Yes! It works perfectly and reduces the calories of the waffles. If you don't have a nonstick waffle maker you will still want to use a bit of oil on the waffle maker so your waffles don't stick to it.

How do you make gluten free waffles from scratch?

Waffles are really easy to make. They are as simple as beating all the ingredients together in a mixing bowl and then pressing in a waffle maker. I like to use a handheld mixer so that I get all the lumps from the flour out and have a really well mixed batter.

If you like this recipe you might also enjoy:

Gluten Free Oven Baked Pancake with Blueberry Sauce
Gluten Free Buttermilk Pancakes
Paleo Chocolate Pudding
Gluten Free Millet Drop Biscuits
Gluten Free Chia Pudding Breakfast Parfait

I get my ingredients from Thrive Market. Thrive Market has been a game changer for me eating gluten free. They have so many options I can't get at my rural grocery stores! Use this link to get 25% off your first order!

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Gluten Free Applesauce Waffles with Apple Topping

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  • Author: Elaine VanVleck
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6 waffles
  • Diet: Gluten Free
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These Applesauce Waffles with Apple Topping are a delicious way to start your day. You could make the batter the night before and enjoy hot waffles and topping in the morning.

Ingredients

Waffles:
1 cup Almond Flour
¾ cup Tapioca Flour
¼ cup Coconut Flour
2 tsp. Baking Powder
2 tsp. Cinnamon, ground
½ tsp. Sea Salt
2 eggs
¼ cup Coconut Oil, melted
1 Tbsp. Apple Cider Vinegar
1 cup Almond Milk
1 tsp. Vanilla Extract
½ cup Apple Sauce

Apple Topping:
2 Tbsp. Ghee
2 large Apples, peeled, cored and diced
1 Tbsp. Brown Sugar
1 Tbsp. Honey
½ tsp. Cinnamon, ground
⅛ tsp. Nutmeg, ground
⅛ tsp. Sea Salt
⅓ cup Maple Syrup

Instructions

Waffles:
Combine all ingredients into a mixing bowl. I like to use a hand mixer to get a nice, lump free batter. Beat on medium-high until the batter is smooth. The batter should be fairly runny.

Apple Topping:
Cook ghee, apples, sugar, honey, and spices on medium heat until the apples are tender. Add maple syrup and heat through. Serve immediately over waffles. The topping can be stored in the fridge for a couple of days and reheated if needed.

Notes

I like to make a double batch of these waffles and then store them in the fridge. I pop them in the toaster to reheat and have easy weekday breakfast.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Gluten Free

Gluten-Free Cinnamon Roll Pancakes

These are the pancakes I have had on rotation lately for breakfast. They are easy to mix together and will last a few days in the fridge. I like to make a double batch to have a quick breakfast for a few days in a row.

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Gluten-Free Cinnamon Roll Pancakes

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These pancakes are easy to make and a delicious morning start.

Ingredients

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3 eggs, large
⅓ cup almond milk
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
3 tablespoon maple syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 tablespoon coconut oil, melted
¼ cup coconut sugar
1 ½ cups almond flour
⅓ cup tapioca flour
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon sea salt
1 ½ teaspoon cinnamon, ground

Instructions

Combine eggs, almond milk, ACV, maple syrup, vanilla together using a mixer. I like to make mine with my hand mixer in my batter bowl. Add dry ingredients with melted coconut oil on top. Doing the steps in this order will help the coconut oil to mix into the cold, wet ingredients without clumping.

Cook pancakes on medium heat until beginning to bubble and flip. This should produce golden pancakes with a touch of crispiness at the edges.

I highly suggest eating warm with syrup or sunbutter, but they can be stored in a sealed container in the fridge for up to five days.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Gluten Free

Cold Weather Favorites

I have a few staple items that I wear that make chore time a little more bearable during the winter months. I have a jacket that I love from Duluth Trading Co, but they don't make it any longer. I was bummed because I truly love that coat! Here is my list of six simple items that I love.

  1. Berne Women's Insulated Overalls - These zip all the way up the front and up both legs. They also have a snap at the hem to keep them closer to your boots so you don't get a draft. Most mornings I pull these on over my pajamas and go do chores.
  2. Muck Women's Chore Boot (Mid Calf) - These boots last a long time. I just had to replace mine after five years of daily wear. The sole helps me not to slip and slide in the mud. They are very comfortable and keep my feet warm. They are well worth the price! If you have cheap chore boots you need to try a pair of these on.
  3. Crane Clothing Co (C.C.) Classic Beanie - This hat is warm but also vents well so my head doesn't get sweaty or itchy. It comes down low enough to cover the tops of my ears to keep them warm too. I toss mine in the washer and dryer without balling or issues.
  4. Eddie Bauer Multiclava - This can be worn over you hair, but my favorite way to wear it around my neck to keep wind and rain out. I pull it over my head before I put my hat on and it keeps my neck toasty. It's also great to pull over my mouth if it's really cold out.
  5. Cabela's Women's Wind Resistant Gloves - these will not keep your hands from getting wet, but they do keep my hands warm while packing buckets, checking fence, etc.
  6. Carhartt Women's Vest - I love my insulated vest! It's great for the cold season under my jacket or during the spring with a long sleeve t-shirt underneath. It's versatile and gets worn a lot.

FYI - this isn't an ad. I'm not getting anything from these companies. I just wanted to share what is working for me this winter.

Gluten Free Chocolate Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

This cake is light and fluffy and the cream cheese frosting is decadent. It is the perfect cake for birthdays, celebrations or just because you're craving chocolate. The cake is spongey and perfect. No one will even guess this cake is gluten free!

gluten free chocolate cake on a cake stand with a slice on a plate

I have been gluten-free for a few years now and sometimes I crave things that I used to make with regular wheat flour. For my thirty-ninth birthday I was craving the snack cakes that we got as treats when we were kids. I really wanted a cake that had a similar taste and I think this cake really hit the mark.

If you are looking for more chocolate recipes try my Gluten Free Chocolate Pound Cake, my Gluten Free Double Chocolate Chip Cookies, my Gluten Free Double Chocolate Bundt Cake or my Gluten Free Chocolate Mayonnaise Cake.

You can find all of my cake recipes here: Gluten Free Cake Recipes

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Ingredients

Gluten Free Flour
Granulated Sugar
Cocoa Powder
Baking Powder
Sea Salt
Avocado Oil
Eggs
Water
Vanilla Extract
Cream Cheese
Unsalted Butter
Powdered Sugar

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease two 9-inch round baking pans.

In a large mixing bowl whisk together the gluten free flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder and salt.

In the bowl of your stand mixer blend the oil, eggs, water and vanilla.

Pour flour mixture into batter ½ cup at a time beating until combined. Once all ingredients have been added blend on medium-high speed until a smooth batter forms.

Pour batter into the two 9 inch pans and bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean. 

Remove cake from oven and let stand for 10 minutes. Remove cake from pans onto cooling racks and allow to cool completely before icing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I freeze chocolate cake?

You can freeze the cake itself, but I would not freeze it once it has been frosted. The cream cheese frosting will not hold up to being frozen. You could make the cakes in advance, freeze them and then get them out the day before you want to frost them.

To freeze, wrap the cooled cakes in plastic wrap and then again in aluminum foil. Place the cakes in the freezer for no more than one month. This is a great way to have the baking done for the holidays or a gathering.

How do I make my gluten free cakes more moist?

Gluten free baking tends to require more moisture or oil than when you are using regular wheat flour. For this gluten free chocolate cake I used avocado oil to make it moist and delicious.

If you are using a cake recipe that isn't turning out moist I would suggest adding a bit more oil or butter. You can also add mashed banana or applesauce to help your baked goods have more moisture.

Do gluten free cakes take longer to bake?

Yes, gluten free baking in general takes a little bit longer to bake than a cake made with regular wheat flour. However, gluten free baked goods tend to brown faster. So you will want to test the cake with a tooth pick in the center to make sure it's actually done even if it looks browned.
 
Your cake should be firm while pulling away from the edges of the pan and a tooth pick inserted in the center of the cake should come out clean. You may need to bake your cake up to 5-8 minutes more. If your cake is not done in the center you will need to lower the oven temperature by 25 degrees and cook longer.

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Gluten-Free Chocolate Cake

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This moist chocolate cake has quickly become one of my favorites. I love to pair it with cream cheese frosting.

Ingredients

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1 ½ cups Gluten Free Flour
1 cup Granulated Sugar
1 cup Cocoa Powder
2 ½ tsp. Baking Powder
1 tsp. Sea Salt
⅔ cup Avocado Oil
4 large Eggs
1 ⅓ cups Water
2 tsp. Vanilla Extract

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Grease two 9-inch round baking pans.

In a large mixing bowl whisk together the gluten free flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder and salt.

In the bowl of your stand mixer blend the oil, eggs, water and vanilla.

Pour flour mixture into batter ½ cup at a time beating until combined. Once all ingredients have been added blend on medium-high speed until a smooth batter forms.

Pour batter into the two 9 inch pans and bake for 30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the middle comes out clean. 

Remove cake from oven and let stand for 10 minutes. Remove cake from pans onto cooling racks and allow to cool completely before icing.

  • Prep Time: 20
  • Cook Time: 30
  • Category: Cake
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Gluten Free
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Cream Cheese Frosting

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Description

Delicious and airy cream cheese frosting.

Ingredients

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2 - 8 ounce packages of Cream Cheese
1 cup Unsalted Butter, softened
1 tsp. Vanilla Extract
2 cups Powdered Sugar, sifted

Instructions

Cream the butter, cream cheese and vanilla in the bowl of a stand mixer. Add powdered sugar ½ cup at a time. Blend on high until the frosting is light and fluffy.

Frost cake after it has completely cooled. 

This is enough frosting to frost the entire cake or if you only want to frost the tops of each cake, this frosting will be enough for two cakes or a batch of cupcakes.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Gluten Free