Sugared Walnuts
Transform your snacking game with these irresistibly crunchy Sugared Walnuts, a simple yet decadent treat perfect for holiday gifting, party platters, or an indulgent everyday snack. This quick recipe combines toasted walnuts with a shimmering glaze of granulated sugar, a hint of warm cinnamon, and a touch of vanilla, creating a perfectly balanced sweet and nutty flavor profile. In just 15 minutes, you’ll have a batch of beautifully caramelized walnuts that are delightfully crisp and surprisingly easy to make. Serve them on their own, sprinkle them over salads for a gourmet twist, or use them to elevate your favorite desserts. With minimal ingredients, straightforward instructions, and big flavor, these sugared walnuts are guaranteed to become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups walnuts
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup water
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Set it aside for later.
In a medium-sized skillet or saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, water, ground cinnamon, and salt.
Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves and the syrup begins to simmer.
Add the walnuts to the skillet and stir to coat them evenly with the syrup.
Continue cooking the walnuts in the syrup for 7–10 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning. The mixture will thicken and start to crystallize, coating the walnuts in a sugar glaze.
Once the walnuts are evenly coated, remove the skillet from heat and quickly stir in the vanilla extract.
Spread the sugared walnuts in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet to cool. Use a fork to separate any that stick together.
Allow the walnuts to cool completely until they harden before serving or storing in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2347 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 156.5 g | 201% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.7 g | 74% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 113.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 597 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 234.5 g | 85% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.8 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 206.8 g | ||
| Protein | 36.5 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 252 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 1073 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.
