10 Amazing Nut Recipes

Peanutspistachiosalmondswalnuts, and pecansare just a few of some of our favorite nuts to use in the kitchen. From savory to sweet, nuts can be used in a variety of dishes to add crunch and toasty flavor.  We've rounded up some of our favorite things to make with nuts — so let's get crackin'.

Almond Joy Butter

Eat this plain or add it to another delicious nut recipe.

For the Almond Joy Butter recipe, click here.

Recipe courtesy of Davida Kugelmass of The Healthy Maven.

Almond Pound Cake

Sprinkle whole almonds on this pound cake made with almond flour.

For the Almond Pound Cake recipe, click here.

Recipe courtesy of Christina Lakey of Food Apparel

Almond Blueberry Pie Bars Recipe

This paleo recipe is a perfect and healthy way to eat nuts as a treat.

For the Almond Blueberry Pie Bars recipe, click here.

Recipe courtesy of Rebecca Winkler of A Calculated Whisk.

Peanut Butter Bacon Pie

Why didn't we think of a peanut butter pie with bacon?

For the Peanut Butter Bacon Pie recipe, click here.

Recipe courtesy of Betsy Cohen of Desserts Required.

Mocha Brownies with Toasted Pecans

Mocha makes these brownies extra delicoius and the nus add a perfect, toasty crunch.

For the Mocha Brownies with Toasted Pecans recipe, click here.

Recipe courtesy of Beth Lee of Omg Yummy.

Pecan Tart

These mini-pecan tarts are just enought to satisfy a sweet tooth.

Click here to see the Pecan Tart Recipe

Recipe courtesy of Meriem Kouar of Culinary Couture Blog.

Pimento Cheese Balls with Toasted Pecans

These are great for spreading on crackers at a party.

For the Pimento Cheese Balls with Toasted Pecans recipe, click here.

Recipe courtesy of Patricia Stagich of Comfy Cook.

Maple Pistachio Crusted Salmon

Try adding a nut crust to fish or chicken.

For the Maple Pistachio Crusted Salmon recipe, click here.

Recipe courtesy of PJ Binns of Recipes I live By.

Thai-Inspired Peanut Noodles with Chicken and Vegetables

This dish is based on a similar cold one that my mom used to make in the summers with sesame oil.

For the Thai-Inspired Peanut Noodles with Chicken and Vegetables recipe, click here.

Spicy Coconut Risotto with Lime Shrimp

Peanuts add crunch to this spicy coconut risotto.

For the Spicy Coconut Risotto with Lime Shrimp recipe, click here.

Recipe courtesy of Lori Yates of Foxes Love Lemons.