Description
Sweet, crunchy, and easy to make, these Quick Toffee Candied Walnuts are the ultimate snack or topping.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups walnut halves
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
- Pinch of sea salt
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Set aside and pre-measure all ingredients to ensure smooth workflow.
- In a heavy-bottomed skillet, combine sugar, butter, water, and optional cinnamon. Stir over medium heat until the mixture is glossy and bubbling.
- Add walnuts and stir constantly for 5–7 minutes, ensuring every piece is coated evenly.
- Remove from heat, stir in vanilla extract and a pinch of sea salt.
- Quickly spread the coated walnuts onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Let cool.
- Once hardened, break apart the walnuts and store in an airtight container.
Notes
- These walnuts can be used as a topping for salads or desserts.
- Store in an airtight container for freshness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Toffee Candied Walnuts, Snack, Easy Recipe