Easy Candied Walnuts

Transform your favorite snacks and desserts with these *Easy Candied Walnuts*, a quick and irresistible treat that’s ready in just 15 minutes! Featuring crunchy walnut halves coated in a luscious caramelized sugar glaze, this recipe strikes the perfect balance of sweet and nutty flavors with hints of buttery richness and vanilla. A touch of cinnamon adds a warm, aromatic twist (if desired), while a pinch of salt enhances the sweetness for that crave-worthy contrast. Perfect for topping salads, garnishing baked goods, or enjoying on their own, these candied walnuts are as versatile as they are addictive. With minimal ingredients and a straightforward stovetop method, this recipe ensures homemade goodness that beats store-bought every time.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 cups walnut halves
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon (optional)
• 1 pinch salt

Directions

Step 1

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Set aside.

Step 2

Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the sugar to the skillet and allow it to start melting, stirring occasionally with a heat-safe spatula.

Step 3

Once the sugar begins to melt into a golden liquid, add the butter and stir to incorporate until smooth.

Step 4

Stir in the vanilla extract, cinnamon (if using), and a pinch of salt.

Step 5

Add the walnut halves to the skillet and stir quickly to ensure every walnut is evenly coated with the sugar mixture.

Step 6

Carefully transfer the coated walnuts onto the prepared baking sheet, spreading them out into a single layer using your spatula.

Step 7

Let the walnuts cool completely at room temperature for about 30 minutes. The candy coating will harden as they cool.

Step 8

Once cooled, break apart any clusters and store the candied walnuts in an airtight container for up to two weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	434 grams (434.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2315

Total Fat 157.40g	202%
Saturated Fat 27.30g	137%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 62mg	21%
Sodium 145mg	6%
Total Carbohydrate 228.30g	83%
Dietary Fiber 14.00g	50%
Total Sugars 206.80g
Protein 33.60g	67%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 152mg	12%
Iron 5mg	30%
Potassium 847mg	18%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.5%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 37.1%