Caramel Nut
Indulge in the irresistible combination of rich caramel, crunchy mixed nuts, and luscious chocolate with this easy-to-make Caramel Nut recipe. Perfect as an elegant homemade treat or a thoughtful edible gift, these bite-sized clusters feature a decadent base of buttery caramel infused with a splash of vanilla and a hint of sea salt for a well-balanced sweetness. The medley of toasted almonds, pecans, and cashews adds delightful texture, while a drizzle or coating of velvety melted chocolate takes each bite to the next level. Ready in just 45 minutes, this no-bake recipe is the ultimate blend of sweet, salty, and nutty flavors. Serve these indulgent caramel nut clusters at your next gathering or keep them on hand for a satisfying snack that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 200 grams granulated sugar
- 90 grams unsalted butter
- 120 milliliters heavy cream
- 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoons sea salt
- 300 grams mixed nuts (almonds, pecans, cashews, etc.)
- 200 grams semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Set aside.
In a medium saucepan, add the granulated sugar and heat over medium heat. Stir continuously as the sugar melts and turns amber in color. This will take about 8-10 minutes. Be careful not to burn the sugar.
Once the sugar has melted and reached the desired amber color, carefully add the butter, stirring until fully combined.
Slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring continuously. The mixture will bubble up, so take care to pour gradually.
Reduce the heat to low and stir until the caramel is smooth. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and sea salt.
Carefully fold in the mixed nuts until they are evenly coated with the caramel.
Using a spoon, scoop the caramel-nut mixture into small clusters and place them onto the prepared baking sheet. Let them cool and set for about 15-20 minutes.
While the clusters are cooling, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl by microwaving in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until fully melted and smooth.
Drizzle the melted chocolate over the cooled caramel nut clusters, or dip the bottoms into the chocolate for a thicker coating.
Allow the chocolate to set completely at room temperature or in the refrigerator for faster results.
Once the chocolate has hardened, serve the caramel nut clusters or store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4584 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 331.2 g | 425% | |
| Saturated Fat | 123.8 g | 619% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 319 mg | 106% | |
| Sodium | 1226 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 398.1 g | 145% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.8 g | 124% | |
| Total Sugars | 317.9 g | ||
| Protein | 67.6 g | 135% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 341 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 15.5 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 2171 mg | 46% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
