Wet Walnut Topping
Transform your desserts with this decadent Wet Walnut Topping, a luscious blend of chopped walnuts, rich corn and maple syrups, and a hint of vanilla. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy recipe creates a warm, syrupy topping with a perfect balance of sweetness and nutty crunch. Drizzle it over creamy scoops of ice cream, fluffy pancakes, golden waffles, or even a slice of cake to elevate your favorite treats. The light brown sugar and pinch of salt add depth, while the walnuts soften slightly for a melt-in-your-mouth texture. Whether for a casual breakfast or an indulgent dessert, this homemade topping is a versatile, crowd-pleasing addition you'll want to keep on hand.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup chopped walnuts
- 0.5 cup corn syrup
- 0.25 cup maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 pinch pinch of salt
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the corn syrup, maple syrup, brown sugar, water, and a pinch of salt.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir until the sugar dissolves completely.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer and let cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally to avoid scorching.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the vanilla extract.
Add the chopped walnuts to the syrup mixture and stir to ensure they are fully coated.
Cook for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the walnuts to soften slightly.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the topping cool for a few minutes before serving.
Serve warm over ice cream, pancakes, waffles, or other desserts.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate. Reheat gently before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1538 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 78.3 g | 100% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.0 g | 35% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 252 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 217.0 g | 79% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 205.3 g | ||
| Protein | 19.5 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 117 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 529 mg | 11% | |
*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.
