Description
Indulge in the delightful crunch of homemade candied nuts, a perfect snack for any occasion. These sweet and crunchy bites are coated in caramelized sugar and spices, offering an irresistible flavor that will have your family and friends coming back for more. Whether served at gatherings or enjoyed as a personal treat, these candied nuts bring joy with every bite. Get ready to impress with this simple yet elegant recipe!
Ingredients
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- 2 cups mixed unsalted nuts (almonds, pecans, walnuts)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt the butter. Stir in sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt until bubbly.
- Add mixed nuts to the saucepan and stir until evenly coated.
- Spread the coated nuts onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown, stirring halfway through to ensure even roasting.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely before breaking apart any clumps.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz (28g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, roast the nuts before coating them in the sugar mixture. Feel free to substitute or mix in other nuts such as cashews for added variety. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.