Learn How to Make Candied Walnuts in no time! These easy candied walnuts are delicious and easy to make in the oven. Delicious and simple!
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These homemade Candied Walnuts are perfectly sweet, crunchy and one of the easiest and tastiest treats you can make.
My family eats them up within a few days of me making a huge batch; I am sure yours would do the same!
Recipes like Candied Walnuts and Candied Pecans are so much fun to make.
They fill the house up with a wonderful holiday smell and are the perfect addition to ice cream, salads, desserts & more.
why we love candied walnuts
- Delicious: Some of the best recipes are simple and still have a ton of flavor. Even though this recipe is made with only a few ingredients it’s loaded with flavor!
- Quick: Need a quick snack or party favor? Done in just 20 minutes!
- Perfect Gift: Package in a little mason jar as a gift for your family, friends, or neighbors.
Ingredients for Candied Walnuts in Oven
How to Make Candied Walnuts
- Preheat the oven and spray a baking sheet with nonstick spray or cover with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, combine all the ingredients and mix well until fully coated with the sugar mixture.
- Spread over the parchment paper lined rimmed baking sheet.
- Cook for 10 minutes. Flip the walnuts with a spatula, and cook for another 10 minutes.
- Let cool completely and enjoy!
How to Store Quick Candied Walnuts
Store candied walnuts at room temperature in a sealed container for 2-4 weeks.
Should I refrigerate candied nuts? No, don't store this candied walnut recipe in the fridge. The moisture in the refrigerator can affect the crunch of the candy coating and the nut inside.
Can you freeze homemade candied nuts?: Yes you can freeze candied walnuts in an airtight container for several months. It can affect the texture of the walnuts.
Quick Recipe for Candied Walnuts
Are glazed walnuts healthy?
Walnuts are loaded with omega-3s and antioxidants! While there is added sugar in this recipe, eat them per the serving size and you should be good to go.
What goes with candied walnuts?
While these candy walnuts are so delicious on their own, you may have already eaten them before you have the time to think about what to make with them.
Toss them in your popcorn, on top of some ice cream for crunch, or use them to make a sweet and salty trail mix!
Substitutions for this Candied Walnuts Recipe:
Whole Walnuts: You can make this recipe with pecans in place of walnuts.
Sugar: We don't recommend substituting white sugar unless you have to, but White sugar can be used interchangeably with brown sugar. You can add 1 teaspoon of molasses to white sugar to make brown sugar. Check out this post on Sugar Substitutes for Baking for other ideas.
All Natural Pure Maple Syrup: Maple syrup adds another level of flavor while keeping the candy coating on the walnuts. Using an agave syrup with maple extract may offer the same flavor profile, but we haven't tried it
Ground Cinnamon: Helps to add flavor, we don't recommend substituting.
Ground Nutmeg: Helps to add flavor, we don't recommend substituting.
Salt: Adds flavor and helps to balance the sweetness, we don't recommend substituting. Add a bit of cayenne pepper for a touch of spice.
Tips & Variations for this Candied Nuts recipe
- Try Different Spices: Try pumpkin pie or apple pie spice!
- Use Walnuts & Pecans: Swap out 1 cup of walnuts for 1 cup of pecans.
- Double Batch: Double the ingredients if you're preparing for a large crowd.
Ways to Eat Baked Candied Walnuts
Salad: A perfect addition to a salad
With Pie: Crunchy topping to a Custard Pie Recipe.
With Fudge: On top of our Easy Fudge Recipe.
On a cake or muffin: Try candied walnuts on top of these Mini Carrot Cake Muffins.
Casserole: Top a sweet potato casserole or baked sweet potatoes with sugared walnuts.
FAQ for Easy Candied Walnuts
Sticky candied walnuts are caused by not cooking or baking the sugar long enough. Simply make sure you cook your candies at a high enough temperature to cook the sugar properly. Properly cooked sugar will create that crunchy coating on the outside. I usually bake mine at 325 or higher.
There’s no need to reheat these if pulled from the freezer or fridge. Simply let them warm up on their own for a few minutes before serving.
More Dessert Recipes You’re Sure to Love:
- Best Baked Cinnamon Apples
- Easy Peanut Butter Pie (No Bake Recipe)
- Whipped Shortbread Cookies
- Caramel Popcorn
- Easy Peanut Brittle Recipe
Baked Candied Walnuts
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole walnuts
- ½ cup white sugar
- ⅓ cup all natural maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- ½ tablespoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and spray a baking sheet with nonstick spray or cover with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, combine all the ingredients and mix well until fully coated.
- Spread over the prepared baking sheet.
- Cook for 10 minutes. Flip the walnuts with a spatula, and cook for another 10 minutes.
- Let cool and enjoy!
Wanda
We love munching on a variety of different nuts during December! These look so yummy we will definitely try this recipe!
Lizet Bowen
Every time I go to the mall, I just want to stand next to the store selling candied nuts. I just love the aroma! Now I don't need to go to the mall, I can make a batch just for myself! great recipe!
Farah Maizar
I want to make these immediately to throw onto a salad with blue cheese. They look so crispy, sweet and perfect! Thanks for the timely recipe, and so seasonal too!