Candied Walnuts
These sweet Candied Walnuts are easy to make and perfect for topping salads or enjoying as a snack.
Servings: 16 ounces
Cost: $6.27
Equipment
- Sheet pan 15 x 21-inch
Ingredients
- 1 pound walnut halves
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar lightly packed
- 1/2 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg whites discard egg yolk or reserve for another recipe
- 1/2 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 tablespoon water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 250℉. Line an extra-large sheet pan (or 2 smaller sheet pans) with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat and set aside.
- In a very large bowl, whisk egg whites, vanilla, and water until frothy. Toss walnuts in egg white mixture until well coated.
- Add granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt to the egg and walnut mixture. Stir gently to coat all walnuts until well covered. Spread coated walnuts in a single layer across a baking sheet. Make sure nuts are not overlapping.
- Bake in preheated oven for 1 hour, flipping and stirring walnuts every 15 minutes. Allow walnuts to stand for 30–60 minutes to fully cool and solidify.
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Notes
Nutrition: The nutrition information is calculated for a 1-ounce serving.
Storage: Keep at room temperature for 2 weeks. For longer storage, place in a sealed, airtight container in a cool, dark area for up to a month. Alternatively, freeze in an airtight container for up to 2 months. When thawing, remove from the bag and let sit at room temperature to prevent softening or stickiness.
Nutrition
Serving: 1ounce | Calories: 244kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 151mg | Potassium: 138mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 15g | Vitamin A: 6IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 1mg