Sugar Glazed Walnuts
Indulge in the irresistible crunch of Sugar Glazed Walnuts, a quick and easy treat perfect for snacking, salad embellishments, or dessert garnishes. This recipe combines earthy walnuts with a luscious, cinnamon-spiced glaze made from granulated sugar, butter, and a hint of salt—creating the perfect balance of sweet and savory. In just 15 minutes, you can whip up a batch of these caramelized delights, complete with a glossy coating that hardens beautifully as they cool. The one-pan method ensures effortless cleanup, while the warm hint of cinnamon elevates this recipe to gourmet status. Store these pantry-friendly glazed walnuts for up to two weeks, though they’re so addictive, they may not last that long! Perfect for the holidays, gift-giving, or anytime snacking, this recipe will quickly become a favorite in your kitchen.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups walnuts
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch salt
Directions
Step 1
Place a sheet of parchment paper or a silicone baking mat on a large baking sheet for easy cleanup.
Step 2
In a medium saucepan, add sugar, butter, water, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
Step 3
Heat the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves and the mixture begins to simmer.
Step 4
Add the walnuts to the saucepan and stir well to coat the nuts evenly with the sugar mixture.
Step 5
Continue cooking the walnuts over medium heat, stirring frequently to prevent burning, for about 8-10 minutes until the sugar mixture thickens and forms a glaze over the walnuts.
Step 6
Once glazed and fragrant, transfer the walnuts immediately onto the prepared baking sheet, spreading them out into a single layer to cool.
Step 7
Allow the nuts to cool completely for about 15-20 minutes. The glaze will harden as they cool.
Step 8
Once cooled, break apart any clumps and store the sugar-glazed walnuts in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks. Enjoy as a snack, salad topper, or dessert garnish!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (468.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2535.5 |
| Total Fat 180.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 28.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 113.3g | |
| Cholesterol 62mg | 0% |
| Sodium 148.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 232.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 206.3g | |
| Protein 36.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 241.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.0mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1064.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories