By Becky Hardin
Published Nov 15, 2017
Candied Walnuts are awesome for holiday appetizers, baking, snacking, and so much more. This easy recipe comes together in only 5 minutes with just walnuts, butter, and brown sugar. It’s a (mostly) healthy holiday recipe that couldn’t be easier to toss together!
What’s in this Candied Walnut Recipe
This candied walnuts recipe is so simple. You just need walnuts, brown sugar, and butter, plus a few minutes of time to cook these up.
- Walnuts: They can be walnut halves or chopped walnuts, whichever you prefer.
- Butter: I like salted butter because the combo of salty and sweet really hits the spot! However, unsalted butter can certainly be used instead.
- Brown Sugar: Feel free to make your own by combining 1 cup of white granulated sugar and 1 TBSP (or more) of molasses.
PRO TIP: When you spread the walnuts out on a baking sheet to dry, make sure they’re not touching so they don’t stick together.
What else can I add?
Feel free to make this recipe for candied walnuts more fall-forward with a sprinkle of cinnamon and/or nutmeg. You can even spice things up (for that amazing balance of spicy and sweet) with some cayenne powder if you’re feeling adventurous.
This may happen when they aren’t cooked for long enough on the stove top. You want the sugar to fully dissolve into the hot melted butter, which helps it to crystalize.
Caramelized walnuts contain a number of healthy brain compounds, including vitamin E, folate, melatonin, omega-3 fats, and antioxidants. Yes you’re making them a little less skinny by adding the sugar and butter, but I still love this healthy snack!
Nope! While some baked walnut recipes require you to soak them beforehand, that’s not the case for this quick and easy walnut candy recipe.
How to Store
Once they’re totally cooled to room temperature, you can store candied walnuts in an airtight container at room temperature (preferably in a cool, dark place) for up to 2 weeks.
How to Freeze
Let the candied walnuts fully cool to room temperature prior to transferring them to a freezer-safe storage container. Properly stored in the freezer, candied walnuts will last for up to 2 months.
Serving Suggestions
Caramelized walnuts are such a tasty addition to baked cheese dips, salads , and baked goods. They’re even good all on their own! You definitely won’t have any trouble finding ways to eat up these tasty walnuts. One of my favorite ways to use them is on top of a brie bread bowl !
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- ▢ 1 cup walnut halves or chopped walnuts (We LOVE California Walnuts!)
- ▢ 1 tablespoon salted butter
- ▢ 1/3 cup dark brown sugar
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Instructions
- Heat a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat.
- Add the walnuts, butter, and brown sugar and allow to melt, stirring with a spatula constantly to coat the walnuts. Once the walnuts are coated and the butter and sugar are fully melted, turn off the heat.
- Pour the walnuts onto a piece of parchment paper into one single layer, separating the walnuts to make sure they don’t dry clumped together.
- Allow to dry 2 minutes before putting in an airtight container or enjoying.
- They’re perfect on this Baked Brie Bread Bowl !
- Enjoy!
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
More Snack Recipes We Love
- Homemade Chex Mix
- Crockpot Candied Nuts
- Candied Corn Puffs Snack Mix
- Sweet and Salty Hot Buttered Cheerios
- Mexican Spice Cheese Crackers
- Caramel Pretzels
Candied Walnuts Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 cup walnut halves or chopped walnuts (We LOVE California Walnuts!)
- 1 tablespoon salted butter
- 1/3 cup dark brown sugar
Instructions
- Heat a medium nonstick skillet over medium heat.
- Add the walnuts, butter, and brown sugar and allow to melt, stirring with a spatula constantly to coat the walnuts. Once the walnuts are coated and the butter and sugar are fully melted, turn off the heat.
- Pour the walnuts onto a piece of parchment paper into one single layer, separating the walnuts to make sure they don’t dry clumped together.
- Allow to dry 2 minutes before putting in an airtight container or enjoying.
- They’re perfect on this Baked Brie Bread Bowl !
- Enjoy!
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Nutrition
By Becky Hardin
Published Jul 12, 2017
This Essential Grocery List is an absolute life saver for my family on the busy weeks. When I started this journey to learn how to cook, I quickly realized that the first step in cooking is having staple ingredients on hand. I want to avoid having to run out to the grocery store every single time I prepare a new recipe. Having a well-stocked pantry has made my life in the kitchen so much simpler, because when it’s time to cook, I have what I need.
Essential Grocery List
It’s so helpful to have a basic grocery list to help me remember which foods to buy at the store. This food shopping list is my go-to!
It’s better to stock up on things like grains, seasonings and spices, baking essentials, oils, condiments, canned and frozen foods, etc. so I can just grab them when I need them. These things have a long shelf life , so I keep them in my kitchen for convenience.
However, I do have to go to the supermarket sometimes, and there’s a way to make that trip easy and hassle-free: I keep a grocery list! If I go in blindly, I’ll leave with things I don’t need, and nothing that actually helps me prepare a good meal.
In the list below, I’ve compiled everything I always have on my stock-up grocery list.
I’ve got you covered! I created an easy grocery list filled with all of the essentials. Plus there’s a free printable version that you can take with you to the grocery store. It has everything you need to stock your pantry, your freezer, and your refrigerator.
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What to Buy at the Grocery Store
This is the perfect grocery list filled with all the basics and essentials. It should help get you going if you’re new to cooking, or if you’re just left staring helplessly at an empty pantry and don’t know how to fill it.
When I first started cooking, things could seem overwhelming. I quickly realized that they more prepared I could be, the more confident I felt. If you already have the basics in your kitchen, then you can shop stress-free.
So print out our easy grocery list, stock up your pantry and fridge, and you’ll be cooking in no time!
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Fresh Produce
- Apples
- Bananas
- Strawberries
- Avocados
- Bell Peppers
- Carrots
- Broccoli
- Garlic
- Lemons/Limes
- Onion
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Basil
- Potatoes
- Spinach
- Tomatoes
GRAINS
- Breadcrumbs
- Pasta
- Quinoa
- Rice
- Sandwich Bread
- Tortillas
MEAT/PROTEIN
- Chicken
- Eggs
- Ground Beef
- Sliced Turkey
- Lunch Meat
DAIRY
- Butter
- Sliced Cheese
- Shredded Cheese
- Milk
- Sour Cream
- Greek Yogurt
BAKING GOODS
- Baking powder
- Baking Soda
- Granulated Sugar
- Brown Sugar
- Flour
- Honey
- Vanilla Extract
- Dry Yeast
- Chocolate Chips
- Cocoa Powder
- Powdered Sugar
FREEZER
- Fruit and Berries
- Frozen Veggies (Corn, Peas, Broccoli, etc)
- Juice Concentrate
- Pizza or Other Convenience Meals
- Pie Crust
- Cookie Dough
CANNED/DRIED GOODS
- Chicken stock/broth
- Salsa
- Diced Tomatoes
- Jam/Jelly
- Peanut Butter
- Pasta Sauce
- Beans (Black Beans, Chickpeas, Baked Beans, etc)
- Soups
- Tuna
- Green Chiles
- Canned Veggies
- Coffee or Tea
Get more details on the best non-perishable and pantry foods
CONDIMENTS/SPICES
- Black Pepper
- Chili Powder
- Cinnamon
- Crushed Red Pepper
- Cumin
- Garlic Powder
- Ketchup
- Mustard
- Mayo
- Nutmeg
- Paprika
- Salt (Course Sea Salt and Kosher Salt)
- Soy Sauce
- Steak Sauce
- Hot Sauce/ Buffalo Sauce
- Salad Dressings
OILS/VINEGARS
- Apple cider vinegar
- Balsamic vinegar
- Coconut Oil
- Olive Oil
- Vegetable/Canola Oil
- Red Wine Vinegar
- White Vinegar
- Cooking Wine
- White Wine Vinegar
SNACKS
- Crackers
- Nuts
- Quick Oats
- Popcorn
- Tortilla Chips
- Cereal
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I hope this essential grocery list can help you buy what you need and make your home cooking so much easier!
Stock Your Kitchen
Find more ideas for your grocery list, stock up your kitchen, and print more cooking guides and charts to keep handy!
Non-Perishable Foods to Stock Up On
Frozen Vegetables to Stock Up On (and Recipes to Make)
Ultimate List of Cooking Herbs for Your Kitchen
Ultimate List of Cooking Spices for Your Kitchen
Cooking Oil 101: Types of Cooking Oils to Use
26 Types of Pasta and When to Use Them
What Fruits and Vegetables are in Season?
Meat Temperature Chart (Free Printable)
How to Meal Prep (Guide for Beginners)
Basic Cooking Measurements & Kitchen Conversion Chart
