Ila's Candied Walnuts
Transform your snacking or holiday gifting with *Ila’s Candied Walnuts*, a quick and irresistible treat featuring just six pantry staples. These crunchy, cinnamon-spiced walnut halves are coated in a buttery, caramelized sugar glaze that’s cooked to perfection in under 15 minutes. The recipe combines granulated sugar, a hint of ground cinnamon, and a touch of salt for the ultimate balance of sweet and savory flavors. Perfect for topping salads, garnishing desserts, or enjoying straight from the jar, these homemade candied walnuts are a versatile delight. With simple instructions and minimal prep, you can whip up this elegant snack to impress guests or satisfy your sweet tooth. Make a batch today and savor the melt-in-your-mouth crunch of these gourmet-style candied nuts!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups walnut halves
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup water
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Directions
Step 1
Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Set aside.
Step 2
In a large non-stick skillet or saucepan over medium heat, combine the granulated sugar, water, unsalted butter, ground cinnamon, and salt.
Step 3
Stir the mixture constantly with a wooden spoon or heat-resistant spatula until the butter melts and the sugar dissolves completely.
Step 4
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes until it starts to thicken slightly.
Step 5
Add the walnut halves to the pan, stirring to ensure all the nuts are evenly coated in the sugar mixture.
Step 6
Continue cooking and stirring constantly for about 6-8 minutes, or until the sugar mixture crystallizes and the walnuts are evenly coated. The mixture will start to dry out and cling to the nuts.
Step 7
Once the walnuts are evenly candied and have formed a crunchy coating, immediately transfer them to the prepared baking sheet, spreading them out in a single layer.
Step 8
Allow the candied walnuts to cool completely (about 10 minutes). As they cool, they will harden further.
Step 9
Once cooled, break apart any clusters and store the candied walnuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (492.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2305.7 |
| Total Fat 157.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 27.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 62mg | 0% |
| Sodium 596.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 228.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 206.7g | |
| Protein 33.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 169.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 850.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories