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Easy Candied Walnuts Recipe

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This easy candied walnuts recipe creates perfectly sweet, glossy, and crunchy walnuts coated in a light brown sugar caramel. Ready in just a few minutes on the stovetop, these candied walnuts make a delicious snack or a flavorful topping for salads, desserts, and more.

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup raw walnuts
  • ¼ cup + 1 tablespoon light brown sugar, packed (do not use dark brown sugar)
  • ¼ cup water
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • ¼ teaspoon salt, divided

Instructions

  1. Prep: Line a large plate or sheet pan with parchment paper and have it ready for the candied walnuts once cooked.
  2. Cook: In a medium nonstick skillet, combine the walnuts, light brown sugar, water, unsalted butter, and most of the salt (reserve some salt for topping). Cook over medium-high heat, stirring every minute. As the liquid evaporates, stir continuously to prevent burning. Continue until the walnuts clump together, turn glossy, and are a slightly darker golden color, but avoid browning them too much.
  3. Cool: Immediately transfer the candied walnuts to the parchment-lined plate and spread them out in a single layer. Sprinkle the reserved salt evenly over the top. Let them cool completely, then break apart any clusters with your fingers. Store in an airtight container once fully cooled.

Notes

  • Use a nonstick skillet only to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
  • If doubling the recipe, use a large skillet to accommodate the increased volume.
  • Use raw walnuts rather than toasted walnuts for the best texture and flavor.
  • Prepare your parchment paper before starting the cooking process; the caramelized sugar sets quickly once removed from the skillet.

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