The caramelized nuts are pretty addictive, sweet, yet subtly savory, each bite contains a crunchy and crisp coating with a gooey, chewy nut within. Here are the simple ingredients that you’ll need to make the easy candied nuts: Egg White – you only need one egg white to bind the candied walnuts together.
These easy candied walnuts make a sweet low carb, keto and paleo friendly sweet treat to make all through the year – although they are especially perfect as a holiday season party snack or to gift as a homemade treat over the Thanksgiving and Christmas Festive Season.
Directions. In a medium sized bowl, mix together the sugar, cayenne and salt. Bring a small saucepan of water to boil. Add the walnuts and blanch them for 3 minutes. Drain well and then immediately roll the walnuts in the sugar mixture until thoroughly coated. The sugar will melt slightly. Transfer the walnuts to a baking sheet or pan and bake,...
Add in raw nuts and stir until well-coated. After a few minutes of stirring, the sweetener should become liquid. Continue stirring for a few minutes, until the liquid begins to caramelize. Pour mixture onto parchment paper and allow it to cool for several minutes before consuming. Break apart, and enjoy!