# Chile-Spiced Garlic Cashews Trader Joe’s New Chile & Garlic Cashews are a Savory and Spicy Snack By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2020-03-15 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chile-garlic-cashews References: [traderjoes](https://www.traderjoes.com/digin/post/chile-garlic-cashews) For those who are looking to spice up their snack collection, Trader [Joe's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slightly-coated-dark-chocolate-almonds) new Chile & Garlic Cashews are the perfect option. Trader Joe’s Chile & Garlic Cashews are an addictive snack that combines spicy flavors with a garlic kick. The snack consists of whole cashews that have been roasted and dusted with a flavorful blend of chile powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. The nuts are finished with a dusting of lime powder and cane sugar to deliver "hints of acid and sweetness in contrast with the plentiful savoriness." The result is a [crunchy snack](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snak-club-x-hot-ones) that combines the buttery taste of cashews with the perfect mix of spices. Though they're delicious on their own, the new Chile & Garlic Cashews are can also take recipes like Cashew Chicken Lettuce Wraps to the next level. Image Credit: *Trader Joe's.* ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.4/10 - Popularity: 27% | Activity: 67% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Spicy Snack Powders:** There is an opportunity to develop a range of spicy snack powders that can be used to season various snacks and dishes, providing a quick and easy way to add heat and flavor. - **Gourmet Nut Blends:** Creating unique and flavorful nut blends that combine different spices and seasonings can offer a new twist to the traditional snack market, appealing to consumers looking for bold and interesting flavors. - **Savory-sweet Combinations:** Expanding the range of snacks that combine savory and sweet flavors, such as the Chile & Garlic Cashews with hints of acid and sweetness, can create unique taste experiences that cater to diverse palates. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Snack Food Industry:** The snack food industry can explore new flavor profiles and combinations to meet the growing demand for unique and innovative snacks. - **Food Seasoning Industry:** The food seasoning industry can develop a line of premium spice blends specifically designed for enhancing the flavor of snacks and dishes. - **Gourmet Nut Industry:** The gourmet nut industry can capitalize on the popularity of flavored nuts by creating innovative nut blends that offer a variety of taste experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Savory Black Pepper Almonds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/garlic-black-pepper-almonds.md) - [Ranch Dressing-Seasoned Cashews](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ranch-seasoned-cashews.md) - [Cinnamon Sugar-Glazed Cashew](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinnamon-sugar-cashews.md) - [Meta Cashew Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cashew-butter-cashews.md) - [Tomato-Red Chile Crackers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chile-crackers.md) - [Spicy Tempura Seaweed Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spicy-tempura-seaweed-snack.md) - [Streetcorn-Flavored Nut Mixes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nuts-about-elote-mix.md) - [Chile-Seasoned Mango Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chile-seasoned-dried-mango.md) - [Chili Crunch Seasoning Blends](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crunchy-chili-onion-sprinkle-seasoning-blend.md)