Cinnamon Candied Walnuts
Delight your taste buds with these irresistible Cinnamon Candied Walnuts—a sweet, crunchy treat that's perfect for snacking, gifting, or adding a festive touch to salads and desserts. Featuring a simple yet flavorful combination of walnuts, granulated sugar, warm cinnamon, and a hint of vanilla, this recipe transforms pantry staples into a gourmet creation in just 20 minutes. The secret lies in a quick stovetop caramelization technique, coating each walnut in a delectable layer of spiced sweetness that hardens to a crisp as it cools. Serve these perfectly spiced candied walnuts at holiday gatherings, sprinkle them over yogurt or oatmeal, or enjoy them straight from the jar. Easy to prepare and wonderfully versatile, this recipe is a must-have for any nut lover!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups walnuts
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup water
Instructions
Prepare a large baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Set aside.
In a large nonstick skillet or saucepan, combine the sugar, cinnamon, salt, vanilla extract, and water. Stir to combine.
Place the skillet over medium heat and bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves fully.
Add the walnuts to the skillet and stir to coat them evenly in the sugar mixture.
Continue to cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the liquid thickens and begins to crystallize around the walnuts. This process will take about 8-10 minutes.
Once the sugar mixture fully adheres to the walnuts and they look dry, remove the skillet from the heat.
Quickly spread the candied walnuts in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet, separating them as much as possible with a spatula or spoon to prevent clumping.
Allow the walnuts to cool completely on the baking sheet. The sugar coating will harden as they cool.
Once cooled, transfer the candied walnuts to an airtight container for storage. They can be kept at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2350 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 156.5 g | 201% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.7 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 113.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1187 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 235.5 g | 86% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.5 g | 62% | |
| Total Sugars | 206.9 g | ||
| Protein | 36.6 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 266 mg | 20% | |
| Iron | 7.2 mg | 40% | |
| Potassium | 1079 mg | 23% | |
*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.
