5 minute caramel walnuts are chewy, crisp, salty and not-too-sweet !!! Highly addictive candied walnuts are perfect for snacking, holiday gift giving or even topped on salads.
The simplest of recipes. It’s so easy, it’s ridiculous!
This candied walnuts recipe is perfect for
- Snacking
- Cheese board
- Holiday gift giving
- Topped over ice cream
- Mixed with popcorn
- Salads
- Crostini (like these Persimmon, Goat Cheese and Walnut Crostini )
Endless possibilities and SO ADDICTIVE.
Spicy Ginger Garlic Pita Chips <—- Another flavorful snacking idea. Made with fresh ginger, garlic, cilantro, red pepper flakes and turmeric, this homemade garlic pita chips makes a perfect snack anytime.
What makes this caramelized walnuts so addictive? It is
- Chewy
- Crispy
- Salty
- Not-too-sweet
Perfect blend of flavors.
The team players: Walnuts, Brown sugar, Butter and Salt.
Nothing fancy. No complicated techniques!
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How to make brown sugar candied walnuts ?
The recipe could not be any simpler-
Step-1: Cook walnuts, brown sugar, water, butter and salt in a non-stick pan, until all moisture evaporates.
Step-2: Transfer to a parchment paper and sprinkle more salt on top (you as much or as little you like).
Step-3: Let cool completely.
Done and DONE.
SO easy and so delicious!
Dump onto a parchment paper (scrape off off the yummy goodness sticking to the pan), spread evenly, sprinkle sea salt and cool completely.
Don’t have a sweet tooth? Salt and Pepper Cashews – Crispy, crunchy, salty …..SPICY
Tips and Tricks in making easy caramel walnuts:
Use a non-stick skillet
Add all ingredients into a cold skillet.
Heat should be always high.
Stir occasionally for the first 5 minutes and constantly during the last one minute.
Cook until no moisture remains.
How to package candied nuts?
Wrap brown sugar caramel walnuts in clear cellophane. Tie with a pretty ribbon and you’ve got yourself a delicious (and easy) homemade holiday favor!
More holiday snack recipes :
Raw Date and Nut Salami – No-cook, vegan raw date and nut salami is a really delicious snack made with dates, coconut oil, shredded coconut, cashews, pistachios and almonds. Incredibly healthy and guilt-free!
No-bake Almond Joy Cups – A homemade version of the popular candy!!! An irresistible combination of coconut, almond and chocolate that can be easily made in just a microwave.
Persimmon, Goat Cheese and Walnut Crostini – Honey butter toasted baguette topped with tangy goat cheese, sweet persimmons and candied sticky walnuts. An absolute crowd-pleaser!!!!
Spicy Ginger Garlic Pita Chips – Spicy Ginger Garlic Pita Chips – Crispy, crunchy, spicy and packed with flavor! With fresh ginger, garlic, cilantro, red pepper flakes and turmeric, this homemade garlic pita chips makes a perfect snack anytime.
Easy Baked Shrimp Rolls with Sriracha Ranch – So simple yet delicious easy baked shrimp rolls with sriracha ranch is an impressive appetizer for all your parties, pot lucks, dinners or even lunch box.
5 Minute Caramel Walnuts
Ingredients
- 1 cup walnuts
- 1/4 cup + 1 tablespoon golden brown sugar, both packed (do not use dark brown)
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1/8 teaspoon + 2 pinches salt
Instructions
- Place a piece of parchment on a dinner plate (approximately the size of the plate) or any other heat proof plate. Set aside.
- Place all ingredients (except two pinches salt) in a medium non-stick skillet.
- Place skillet over high heat and cook (stirring occasionally) for 5 minutes (stirring constantly in the last minute), until all moisture evaporates and the nuts get darker, glossy and begins to clump together (refer pictures).
- Immediately transfer nuts (scraping any remaining caramel off the pan) on the prepared parchment. Spread the nuts, so that they are in a single layer and sprinkle 2 pinches salt evenly on top of nuts. Let cool to room temperature and break apart with your fingers.
- Store nuts in a container for several days <– if it lasts that long.
Notes
Non stick pan is a must.
You could use a small non-stick skillet, cooking time might take an additional 30-45 seconds.
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12 Comments
This might be the most scrumptious thing you’ve posted, Maria!! I LOVE walnuts and I love me some candied nuts. The only problem is I cannot stop eating them once I’ve made them!! It’s worse than chocolate. At least walnuts are good for you 😉
I know right, God knows (or my scale😀) how much of these I’ve eaten these last few days. Thank you so much Kathy.
Candied nuts are divine!! I need to make these to put out for people to munch on at my next party 🙂
Thank you Kelly:)
I looooove candied nuts! These look just perfect!
Thank you Kelsie:)
These look so yummy Maria, It will really make a great movie time snack:)
Thank you Ashika:)
Just made three batches for Christmas gifts. Outrageously simple to make, but they taste so good everyone will think I slaved in the kitchen with a candy thermometer. Thank you, Maria, for what is sure to become a holiday tradition for me!
Thank you so much for trying, so glad that you love it:)
THese taste wonderful.. munch, munch….. But how do you keep them shiny? Mine turned sugary when they cooled. However I did add a bit of whiskey….. and some maple flavoring.
My guess would be that the heat was very high and the brown sugar didn’t have an opportunity to melt fully before the moisture could evaporate. Stovetops vary in sizes. I will suggest you cook in medium heat next time, so the sugar will melt and turn glossy along with the butter. Hope it helps:)