Candied Walnuts
Candied Walnuts are a deliciously sweet, crunchy combo that's also incredibly addictive! They're one of our favorite snacks and make a delicious addition to salads, cheese boards, or desserts!
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Servings: 4 cups
Calories: 158kcal
Ingredients
- 16 ounces walnuts halves & pieces
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 egg whites
- 2 teaspoons water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300° F.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine sugar, salt, and cinnamon.
- In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together egg whites, water, and vanilla extract.
- Pour walnuts into egg mixture and toss to coat.
- Pour coated walnuts into sugar mixture and mix well.
- Spread walnuts on a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake at 300° for 20 minutes. Stir; then bake for another 15-20 minutes.
- Remove from oven; set pan aside to cool.
- Once cooled, break walnuts apart and store in an airtight container at room temperature.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 158kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 11g | Sodium: 93mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 9g