Cinnamon Sugar Candied Cashews (gluten-free)

egg white, whisked to very frothy

water

cashews (I used 1 pound bag of roasted, lightly salted; substitute with almonds, pecans, walnuts, peanuts or a combo)

granulated sugar

light brown sugar, packed

to 2 teaspoons cinnamon, or to taste (I used 2 heaping teaspoons)

Kosher salt, or to taste (salt will vary based on preference and if you’re using salted or unsalted cashews)

cayenne pepper, optional and to taste (reduce to 1/4 teaspoon for milder heat)