Orange Sugared Walnuts
Delight your taste buds with these irresistible Orange Sugared Walnuts, a crunchy treat infused with the bright, zesty flavor of fresh oranges. Perfect as a snack, salad topper, or elegant party nibble, this recipe combines buttery walnuts with a fragrant blend of orange zest, freshly squeezed juice, and a hint of cinnamon for a warm, spiced finish. The simple stovetop method caramelizes the nuts to perfection in just 15 minutes, creating a sweet, citrusy coating that crystallizes beautifully as it cools. Whether you're preparing for holiday gifting or craving a refined snack, these orange-flavored candied walnuts are a must-try for their ease, versatility, and irresistible flavor.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups walnut halves
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons water
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat a large, nonstick skillet over medium heat.
In the skillet, combine the granulated sugar, orange zest, orange juice, water, butter, ground cinnamon, and salt. Stir until the butter has melted and the mixture is well combined.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally. Continue cooking until the sugar dissolves completely and the mixture starts to thicken slightly, about 3-4 minutes.
Add the walnut halves to the skillet and stir to coat them evenly in the sugar mixture.
Reduce the heat to low and cook, stirring frequently, until the walnuts are evenly coated and the sugar mixture begins to crystallize, about 8-10 minutes.
Transfer the sugared walnuts to a parchment-lined baking sheet, spreading them out into a single layer to cool completely. Be careful as they will be hot.
Once cooled, break up any clusters if needed and store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2224 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 145.7 g | 187% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.3 g | 102% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 593 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 233.4 g | 85% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.6 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 209.8 g | ||
| Protein | 33.9 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 164 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 934 mg | 20% | |
*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.
