Kahlua Crystallized Nuts
Indulge in the irresistible crunch and warmth of Kahlua Crystallized Nuts, a delightful snack or homemade gift that's bursting with flavor. This quick and easy recipe features your choice of mixed nuts coated in a luscious blend of Kahlua coffee liqueur, cinnamon, and sugar, creating a perfectly sweet, aromatic caramelized layer. A touch of butter adds richness, while a splash of vanilla extract enhances the dessert-like undertones. Ready in just 20 minutes, these lightly salted, glossy nuts are ideal for holiday entertaining, as a topping for desserts, or simply enjoyed by the handful. Perfectly balancing sweet, spiced, and nutty flavors, this treat is your go-to recipe for crowd-pleasing snacks with a gourmet twist.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Mixed nuts (or nuts of choice, e.g., pecans, walnuts, almonds)
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons Kahlua coffee liqueur
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon Butter
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Preheat a nonstick skillet or medium saucepan over medium heat.
Add the butter to the skillet and let it melt completely.
Once the butter has melted, stir in the sugar, Kahlua, cinnamon, and salt. Mix well until the sugar starts to dissolve.
Increase the heat slightly and continue stirring until the sugar mixture begins to bubble and thicken slightly. This should take about 1-2 minutes.
Add the nuts to the skillet, ensuring they are evenly coated with the sugar mixture. Stir constantly to prevent burning and to fully crystallize the coating onto the nuts. This process should take about 7-10 minutes.
Once the nuts are uniformly coated and appear glossy, remove the skillet from heat and add the vanilla extract. Quickly stir to incorporate.
Immediately transfer the nuts to a parchment paper or silicone mat-lined baking sheet, spreading them out into a single layer. Allow them to cool completely (about 10-15 minutes).
Once cooled, break apart any clusters and serve or store in an airtight container for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2399 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 136.3 g | 175% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.4 g | 92% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 33 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 672 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 268.1 g | 97% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.2 g | 79% | |
| Total Sugars | 226.1 g | ||
| Protein | 40.2 g | 80% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 245 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 9.0 mg | 50% | |
| Potassium | 1619 mg | 34% | |
*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.
