Make these glossy, sweet, and crunchy candied walnuts in just 10 minutes - no baking required!
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Speedy: Just 10 minutes from start to finish.
- Versatile: Great as a snack, salad topper, or dessert garnish.
- Minimal Ingredients: Only four pantry staples.
Ingredients
- 1 cup walnuts
- ½ cup sugar
- ¼ cup water
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Optional Add-ins: cinnamon, pumpkin spice, or flaky sea salt for extra flavor.
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- In a pot over medium-high heat, combine sugar and water. Swirl until sugar dissolves, then bring to a boil.
- Add walnuts and salt. Stir continuously until sugar turns golden and coats the walnuts.
- Quickly transfer to the prepared sheet, separating them with a fork.
- Cool completely before storing or serving.
Tips & Variations
- For spiced candied walnuts: Add ½ teaspoon cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice before removing from heat.
- Extra crunch: Sprinkle with flaky sea salt right after spreading on parchment.
- Storage: Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
FAQ
Can I use other nuts?
Yes! Pecans, almonds, and cashews also work beautifully with this method.
Why are my walnuts sticky?
They may not have cooked long enough. Keep stirring until the sugar fully crystallizes, then caramelizes.
Can I double the recipe?
Yes, but use a larger pot so the nuts cook evenly.
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Candied Walnut Recipe
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 cup 1x
- Diet: Vegan
Description
Make these glossy, sweet, and crunchy candied walnuts in just 10 minutes - no baking required. Perfect as a snack, salad topper, or dessert garnish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup walnuts
- ½ cup sugar
- ¼ cup water
- ¼ tsp salt
- Optional: ½ teaspoon cinnamon, pumpkin pie spice, or flaky sea salt
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat.
- In a pot over medium-high heat, combine sugar and water. Swirl until sugar dissolves, then bring to a boil.
- Add walnuts and salt. Stir continuously until sugar turns golden and coats the walnuts.
- Quickly transfer to the prepared sheet, separating them with a fork.
- Cool completely before storing or serving.
Notes
For spiced candied walnuts, add ½ teaspoon cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice before removing from heat. Sprinkle flaky sea salt right after spreading for extra crunch.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 tbsp
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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