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Candied walnuts

Course Snack
Cuisine American
Keyword balsamic walnuts, brown sugar walnuts, candied nuts, salad topping nuts
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Servings 2 cups
Walnut halves toasted in a skillet with oil, balsamic vinegar and pepper, then coated in melted brown sugar. Makes about 2 cups, good for salads and snacking.

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons canola oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  • 2 cups walnut halves
  • 1/2 cup packed brown sugar

Directions

  • In a large heavy skillet over medium heat, stir the oil, vinegar, and pepper together until blended. Add the walnuts and cook for about 4 minutes, until toasted.
  • Sprinkle on the brown sugar and stir for 2 to 4 minutes, until the sugar melts.
  • Spread on foil to cool.

Notes

Store in an airtight container. Contains walnuts.

Nutrition

Serving: 202g | Calories: 1109kcal | Carbohydrates: 73g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 90g | Saturated Fat: 9.2g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 21mg | Potassium: 609mg | Fiber: 7.9g | Sugar: 59g | Vitamin A: 24IU | Vitamin C: 1.5mg | Calcium: 165mg | Iron: 3.9mg

Nutrition is an estimate per serving from USDA FoodData Central, for 2 cups; canola oil counted as vegetable oil. Brands and portions vary, so use it only as an approximation.