Candied Walnuts
Candied Walnuts are so easy to make with just a few ingredients. An addictive snack and perfect to top an ice cream sundae. This is a version of my mom's secret recipe and a favorite to add to holiday gift baskets!
Servings: 5 cups
Calories: 399kcal
Ingredients
- 2/3 cups brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 5 cups walnut halves
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°.
- Line a baking sheet with a silpat or parchment paper.
- Add brown sugar, water, butter and salt to a pan and place over medium heat. Stir with a wooden spoon until all combined.
- Bring to a boil and cook for about 1 minute.
- Remove from heat, quickly stir in vanilla and walnuts. Mixing until well combined.
- Pour onto lined baking sheet and spread into a single layer.
- Bake for 20 minutes.
- Remove from oven and place pan on a wire rack to cool completely.
- Break apart and store in an airtight container.
Notes
Candied nuts can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature up to 1 week. Store in refrigerator up to 3 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months.
Best served at room temperature.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 399kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 35g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 30g | Cholesterol: 3mg | Sodium: 225mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 13g