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Toffee Walnuts

Sweet Toffee Walnuts: The Ultimate Crunchy Treat at Home

These crunchy Toffee Walnuts combine a buttery toffee glaze with a satisfying crunch, making them a must-try treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Toffee Coating
  • 2 cups Walnuts Can substitute with pecans or almonds.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Can use light or dark brown sugar.
  • 1 cup White Sugar Keep quantities as specified for optimal results.
  • 1/2 cup Corn Syrup Substitute with honey or agave syrup.
  • 1/4 cup Water Stick to the specified amount for consistency.
  • 1/2 cup Butter Can use unsalted or salted based on preference.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Optional substitution: maple extract.

Equipment

  • Medium-sized saucepan
  • Candy thermometer
  • Cookie sheet
  • Parchment paper or silpat

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or a silpat, ensuring it’s flat and free from wrinkles. Set aside.
  2. In a medium-sized saucepan, add your walnuts along with the brown sugar, white sugar, corn syrup, and water. Stir gently to combine.
  3. Place the saucepan over medium heat and attach a candy thermometer. Cook while stirring until it reaches 295°F (145°C).
  4. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the butter and vanilla extract until fully incorporated.
  5. Spread the toffee-coated walnuts onto your prepared baking sheet using two forks.
  6. Leave the Toffee Walnuts to cool completely on the baking sheet for about 20-30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Store Toffee Walnuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. Avoid refrigeration to maintain texture.

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