Mixed Nut Candy

Prep: 15 min Cook: 15 min Serves: 12 Cuisine: American

Mixed Nut Candy offers a delightful combination of crunchy nuts coated with sweet caramelized sugar and topped with rich semi-sweet chocolate chips. This irresistible treat is perfect for parties, holidays, or as a homemade gift, appealing to those who love sweet and nutty flavors with a satisfying crunch.

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Ingredients

  • 1 lb. lightly salted butter
  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 (12 oz.) package semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 1 lb. mixed nuts

Instructions

  1. Spread the mixed nuts evenly in a jelly roll pan.
  2. Cook sugar and butter together over medium heat until the mixture reaches 300°F or turns brown, indicating caramelization.
  3. Pour the hot caramel mixture over the nuts in the pan.
  4. Sprinkle the semi-sweet chocolate chips over the caramel-coated nuts.
  5. Use a wooden spoon to spread the melted chocolate evenly over the surface.
  6. Allow the candy to cool completely, then break into pieces.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

400 kcal 20% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 5.5g 11% DV
Total Fat 38.6g 49% DV
Carbs 11.2g 4% DV
Fiber 2.9g 10% DV
Sugar 1g 2% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 3.5mg
Potassium 219.8mg 5% DV
Cholesterol 75mg 25% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin C 9.2mg 10% DV
Calcium 35.3mg 3% DV
Iron 0.8mg 4% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

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