Description
Homemade candied walnuts offer a delightful blend of sweet caramelization and nutty crunch. Crisp walnuts glazed with sugar create an irresistible snack perfect for salads, desserts, or solo enjoyment. You’ll savor each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup walnuts
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 teaspoon (tsp) salt
Instructions
- Prepare a heat-resistant work surface by laying out parchment paper or silicone mats, and have a trivet ready for the hot pot.
- In a heavy-bottomed pot, blend granulated sugar and water, gently swirling until sugar completely dissolves.
- Set the pot over medium-high heat, bringing the sugar mixture to a rolling boil.
- Introduce walnuts into the bubbling syrup, stirring continuously with a wooden spoon to coat evenly while sprinkling salt for balanced flavor.
- Monitor the caramelization process, watching for a rich golden-brown color that indicates optimal sugar transformation.
- Immediately remove the pot from heat when the desired caramel shade develops, preventing potential burning.
- Using tongs or forks, delicately transfer the glazed walnuts onto the prepared surface, spreading them to prevent clumping.
- Let the candied walnuts rest and cool completely at room temperature, allowing the sugar coating to harden and crisp.
- Once fully cooled, break apart any clusters and store in an airtight container for optimal crunch and freshness.
Notes
- Prep Surfaces Strategically by laying parchment paper or silicone mats on a heat-resistant surface beforehand, ensuring easy walnut transfer and quick cooling.
- Monitor Caramelization Carefully by watching the sugar transformation closely, preventing burning and achieving a perfect golden-brown color without distraction.
- Use Precise Stirring Technique with a wooden spoon, ensuring uniform sugar coating and preventing walnuts from sticking or burning during the caramelization process.
- Control Heat Effectively by maintaining medium-high temperature, which allows sugar to caramelize evenly without scorching the nuts or creating bitter flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer, Desserts
- Method: Boiling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 261 kcal
- Sugar: 11 g
- Sodium: 61 mg
- Fat: 22 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg