Honey Walnut and Dried Fruit Topping Gift in a Jar
Delight your loved ones with a beautifully crafted "Honey Walnut and Dried Fruit Topping Gift in a Jar"—the perfect edible gift for any occasion. Packed with toasted walnuts, a medley of dried cranberries, apricots, and golden raisins, and infused with honey, orange zest, cinnamon, and vanilla, this recipe is a delicious combination of sweetness and warmth. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this giftable treat is ideal for busy holiday preparations. Layered in a decorative glass jar, it’s as visually stunning as it is versatile—perfect as a topping for yogurt, oatmeal, waffles, or even a cheese platter. Simple to prepare, long-lasting, and utterly irresistible, this thoughtful jar offers a homemade touch of indulgence that your friends and family will treasure.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Raw walnuts
- 1 cup Honey
- 0.5 cup Dried cranberries
- 0.5 cup Dried apricots, chopped
- 0.25 cup Golden raisins
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 piece Glass jar with lid (8 oz or larger)
Instructions
Begin by toasting the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally until fragrant. Allow the walnuts to cool completely before assembling.
In a clean and sterilized glass jar, layer the toasted walnuts at the bottom.
Evenly sprinkle the dried cranberries, chopped dried apricots, and golden raisins over the walnuts in layers or mix them together if preferred.
In a small bowl, mix the honey with the orange zest, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract, stirring until well blended.
Pour the honey mixture over the nuts and dried fruits in the jar, ensuring the honey seeps through and coats all the layers.
Seal the jar tightly with the lid and decorate it with a ribbon or gift tag if giving it as a gift.
Store at room temperature or in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. For best flavor, allow the mixture to sit for a day before use to let the flavors meld together.
Serve the topping over yogurt, oatmeal, waffles, or a cheese platter for an added touch of sweetness and texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2092 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.9 g | 102% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.4 g | 37% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 58 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 354.8 g | 129% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.0 g | 79% | |
| Total Sugars | 318.6 g | ||
| Protein | 23.2 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 215 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 7.6 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 1788 mg | 38% | |
*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.
