Candied Walnuts
Candied walnuts offer a delightful combination of crunchy texture and sweet, caramelized flavor, making them a perfect snack or topping for salads, desserts, or cheese boards. Their rich, buttery taste pairs well with coffee or as a gift, appealing to those who love a sweet, nutty treat.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Combine brown sugar, sugar, and sour cream in a small saucepan.
- Cook over medium heat until it boils.
- Continue cooking to the soft-ball stage (240° on candy thermometer).
- Stir in salt and vanilla.
- Pour hot candy over walnuts in a mixing bowl.
- Mix until walnuts are evenly coated.
- Spoon out onto waxed paper.
- Separate nuts.
- Allow to cool and set.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
209
kcal
10% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).