Candied Nuts Recipe

Name: Candied Nuts
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: Raw Cashews; 1 cup granulated sugar; Butter; Vanilla

Elevate your holiday baking or enjoy a delicious snack with this irresistible recipe for candied nuts! Adapted from a beloved classic found in the BH&G New Cookbook and a local newspaper favorite, these perfectly candied nuts are easy to make and endlessly addictive. Crispy, crunchy, and bursting with sweet and savory flavor, they're the perfect addition to cookies, cakes, or enjoyed on their own.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 40 mins

Calories 148 kcal

Protein 5g

Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Candied Nuts

Raw Cashews
1 cup granulated sugar
Butter
Vanilla

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How to Make Candied Nuts

Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C).
In a large bowl, whisk together the sugar, light corn syrup, water, salt, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Add the nuts to the bowl and toss gently to coat them evenly with the sugar mixture.
Spread the nuts in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake for 30-40 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes, until the nuts are golden brown and the sugar is caramelized.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the nuts cool completely on the baking sheet. Once cooled, they will continue to crisp up.
Once completely cool, break apart any large clusters of nuts. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.