Indulge in the delightful crunch and irresistible sweetness of Caramel-Coated Walnuts, a classic treat that elevates any occasion. These caramelized nuts are a symphony of flavors and textures, featuring crunchy walnuts enveloped in a layer of rich, golden caramel. They are not only a delectable snack but also a versatile culinary companion, adding a touch of elegance to desserts, salads, and even savory dishes. With our curated collection of recipes, you can effortlessly create these candied walnuts at home, whether you prefer the traditional stovetop method or the convenience of a microwave. We'll guide you through the process of selecting the finest walnuts, preparing the perfect caramel coating, and achieving that perfect balance of sweetness and crunch. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and impress your friends and family with this timeless confection.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
5 MINUTE CANDIED WALNUTS
Toss these caramelized walnuts into your salad, over popcorn, or straight into your mouth. Crunch. Crunch. I love this easy method of making the candied nuts where everything goes into the pan at once. Other methods I've tried left me with globs of candy on the nuts rather than a more even coating. It also roasts the nuts at the same time so you don't have to pre-toast them, then add them back to the pan to be coated, blah, blah. Who needs extra steps? It seriously takes about 5 minutes on the stove and 5 minutes to cool. P.S. This recipe can easily be doubled.
Provided by Natasha of NatashasKitchen.com
Categories Easy
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Heat a medium non-stick skillet over medium heat, add 1 cup walnuts, 1/4 cup granulated sugar and 1 Tbsp butter.
- Heat over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring frequently so your mixture doesn't burn (especially towards the end). When the sugar mixture starts melting, stir constantly until all sugar is melted and nuts are coated.
- Transfer immediately onto a sheet of parchment paper and separate the nuts right away. Using two spatulas will make this task go faster. You don't want to give the nuts a chance to turn into a wad of inseparable delicious goodness unless you are the only person who will be enjoying the wad ;). Seriously, move quickly from the time the nuts are coated until they are separated out on the parchment paper.
- Once the coating hardens (5-7 minutes), you can transfer them to a bowl and enjoy!
SALTED CARAMEL NUTS
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Combine the nuts on a sheet pan, spread them out, and roast them for 7 minutes, until they become fragrant. Set aside to cool.
- After the nuts are cooled, place the sugar and 1/4 cup of water in a medium (10-inch) saute pan and mix with a fork until all of the sugar is moistened. Cook over medium-high heat until the sugar melts -- from this point on, don't stir the caramel, swirl the pan! Don't worry -- the mixture may look as though it's crystallizing. Continue to cook for 5 to 10 minutes, until the mixture becomes a clear golden brown, swirling the pan constantly at the end. (Careful -- the caramel is very hot!) Off the heat, quickly add the vanilla (it will bubble up!) and swirl the pan to combine. Working quickly (the caramel will continue to cook in the pan), add the nuts and the kosher salt and toss with 2 large spoons until the nuts are completely coated.
- Pour the nuts and any extra caramel in the pan onto a sheet pan lined with parchment paper. Spread the nuts out in one layer, pulling them apart with two forks. Sprinkle with the fleur de sel and set aside to cool. When they're completely cooled, carefully break the nuts into large clusters with your hands, trying not to break the nuts too much.
CARAMEL COATED WALNUTS
You can't eat just one of these sweet and salty charmers! Try 'em at your next party or game night and you'll see just what I mean. The caramel would be great to try with other nuts as well. Pecans, anyone?
Provided by Verlene Feijo( pronounce-Fay-Joe)
Categories Other Appetizers
Time 1h35m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Mix together brown sugar ,margarine , white corn syrup, cream of tartar, and salt.
- 2. Bring to a boil for 3 minutes stirring often . Remove from heat .
- 3. Add baking soda and stir well until it settles. POUR OVER WALNUTS and stir until the walnuts are well coated. Pour into a large pan . Bake ar 200 degrees for 1 1/2 hours, Stir every 15 minutes.
- 4. Cool and break apart a little
CARAMEL NUTS
Caramel nuts are sweet, crunchy and covered in caramelized brown sugar! Eat them plain or enjoy them in desserts and salads.
Provided by Elizabeth LaBau
Categories Candy
Time 55m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Gather the ingredients.
- Preheat the oven to 250 F. Place the nuts in a 9x13-inch baking pan and set aside.
- Combine the brown sugar, corn syrup, butter, and salt in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir while the butter melts and sugar dissolves, and let the whole mixture come to a slow boil.
- Boil the mixture for four minutes without stirring. Once the four minutes is up, remove the pan immediately from the heat. Add the baking soda and vanilla to the brown sugar mixture in the pan, and stir it in quickly.
- Immediately pour the bubbling brown sugar mixture over the nuts in the pan, and stir until the nuts are thoroughly coated with the caramel.
- Place the pan in the preheated oven, and bake the caramel nuts for 40 minutes, stirring after every 10 minutes to prevent burning. As they bake, they'll darken in color and emit a wonderful caramel smell.
- After 40 minutes, remove the nuts from the oven. Scrape them onto a baking sheet covered with foil or a silicone baking liner. Separate the nuts with a fork so they're not clumped up. Allow them to cool completely at room temperature. If you do have any big chunks of nuts, break them up once they're cool and crunchy.
- Enjoy your caramel nuts immediately, or store them in an airtight container or zip-top bag at room temperature for up to two weeks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 531 kcal, Carbohydrate 35 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fiber 5 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 223 mg, Sugar 29 g, Fat 45 g, ServingSize 3 cups (6 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g
SALTED CARAMEL NUTS
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Combine the nuts on a sheet pan, spread them out and roast them for 7 minutes, until they become fragrant. Set aside to cool.
- After the nuts are cooled, place the sugar and 1/4 cup of water in a medium (10-inch) saute pan and mix with a fork until all of the sugar is moistened. Cook over medium-high heat until the sugar melts; from this point on, don¿t stir the caramel, swirl the pan! Don¿t worry, the mixture may look as though it¿s crystallizing. Continue to cook for 5 to 10 minutes, until the mixture becomes a clear golden brown, swirling the pan constantly at the end. (Careful, the caramel is very hot!) Off the heat, quickly add the vanilla (it will bubble up!) and swirl the pan to combine. Working quickly (the caramel will continue to cook in the pan), add the nuts and the kosher salt and toss with 2 large spoons until the nuts are completely coated.
- Pour the nuts and any extra caramel in the pan onto a sheet pan lined with parchment paper. Spread the nuts out in one layer, pulling them apart with two forks. Sprinkle with the fleur de sel and set aside to cool. When they¿re completely cooled, carefully break the nuts into large clusters with your hands, trying not to break the nuts too much.
CARAMEL COATED WALNUTS
A very tasty treat if you like candy coated nuts. This recipe came from the back of Aldi's Southern Grove walnuts 4 cup bag.
Provided by Tasty Buds
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 1h15m
Yield 4 cups, 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Mix together brown sugar, margarine, white corn syrup, cream of tartar, and salt.
- Bring to a boil for 3 minutes stirring often. Remove from heat.
- Add baking soda and stir well until settles.
- Pour over walnuts and stir until well coated.
- Pour into a large pan. Bake at 200 degrees for 1 1/2 hours, stirring every 15 minutes.
CARAMELISED NUTS
A moreish treat that can be a little addictive. These nuts are so yummy you'll need to make double
Provided by Tana Ramsay
Categories Afternoon tea, Buffet, Dessert, Supper, Treat
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Mix together all the ingredients in a pan and place over a moderate heat. Stir constantly, allowing the mix to caramelise and turn brown and making sure all the nuts are well coated.
- Pour the nuts onto some greaseproof paper. Don't worry if they are stuck together, as they can be separated when cool. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 194 calories, Fat 12.2 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1.1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 16.4 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 15.7 grams sugar, Fiber 0.9 grams fiber, Protein 3.2 grams protein, Sodium 0.01 milligram of sodium
CARAMEL-DIPPED HAZELNUTS
Use these as toppers for our Candied-Hazelnut Cupcakes.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Nuts & Seeds
Yield Makes enough for 24 cupcakes
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Gently insert pointed end of a long wooden skewer into the side of each hazelnut. Place a cutting board along the edge of a countertop; place newspaper on the floor,directly under cutting board.
- Prepare an ice-water bath. Heat sugar and the water in a heavy saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until sugar is dissolved and syrup is clear. Stop stirring; cook until syrup comes to a boil, washing down sides of pan with a wet pastry brush to prevent crystals from forming. Continue to boil, gently swirling occasionally, until medium amber. Plunge pan into ice bath to stop the cooking; let stand until thickened, about 10 minutes. (To test: Dip a skewer in caramel and lift a few inches; if a thick drip slowly forms and holds a string, the caramel is ready.)
- Dip a skewered hazelnut into caramel, letting excess drip back into pan. When dripping syrup becomes a thin string, secure opposite end of skewer under cutting board. Repeat with remaining hazelnuts. (If caramel hardens before all hazelnuts have been dipped, rewarm it over low heat.) Let stand until caramel string has hardened, about 5 minutes; break each string to desired length. Carefully remove skewers. Candied hazelnuts should be used the same day; store, uncovered, at room temperature until ready to serve cupcakes.
CARAMELIZED WALNUTS
Delicious and addictive! Serve with cheese or as an after-dinner nibble. Recipe from Lucy Waverman.
Provided by Leslie
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 20m
Yield 1 cup
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325° F .
- Place walnuts on a baking sheet and toast 10 to 15 minutes or until golden.
- Combine honey, water and oil in a skillet and bring to boil.
- Reduce heat to medium and stir in walnuts. Cook, stirring frequently until all liquid has evaporated, about 1 minute.
- Transfer nuts to a bowl.
- Combine sugar and salt and toss with nuts. Spread nuts on a cookie sheet to cool and dry.
- Store in an airtight container.
- If you like sweet and hot, you can add some hot chili powder to the mix for a different but yummy tasste!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1062.3, Fat 80.8, SaturatedFat 7.8, Sodium 1166.9, Carbohydrate 83.3, Fiber 7.9, Sugar 70.2, Protein 17.9
CARAMELIZED WALNUTS
An easy Caramelized Walnuts recipe
Categories Nut Bake Quick & Easy Vinegar Walnut Fall Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 1 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325°F. Line heavy rimmed baking sheet with foil. Spray foil with nonstick spray. Combine sugar and vinegar in small saucepan. Stir over medium heat until sugar dissolves, about 3 minutes. Add nuts; toss to coat. Transfer mixture to baking sheet.
- Bake until nuts are deep brown and syrup thickens and coats nuts, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes. Cool completely on baking sheet. Break nuts apart. (Can be made 2 days ahead. Store airtight at room temperature.)
Tips:
- Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan to prevent the sugar from burning.
- Stir the sugar constantly until it melts and turns a light amber color.
- Add the walnuts to the sugar mixture and stir to coat evenly.
- Spread the walnuts on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet and let cool completely.
- Store the walnuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Conclusion:
Caramel-coated walnuts are a delicious and versatile treat that can be enjoyed on their own, used as a topping for desserts, or added to salads. They are easy to make and can be stored for up to 2 weeks. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a batch of these tasty treats that will be enjoyed by everyone.
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