Description
Sweet, crunchy, and ridiculously easy to make, these Quick Toffee Candied Walnuts are the ultimate snack or topping! Whether you’re looking for a quick breakfast add-on, a salad enhancer, or a sweet bite for your holiday table, this easy recipe brings buttery toffee flavor and crisp texture in every bite. With just a few pantry staples and under 15 minutes of cook time, you’ll have a delicious, crowd-pleasing treat that fits a variety of food ideas—from healthy snack options to elegant dinner ideas.
Ingredients
2 cups walnut halves
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)
Pinch of sea salt
1 tablespoon water
Instructions
1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Set aside and pre-measure all ingredients to ensure smooth workflow.
2. In a heavy-bottomed skillet, combine sugar, butter, water, and optional cinnamon. Stir over medium heat until the mixture is glossy and bubbling.
3. Add walnuts and stir constantly for 5–7 minutes, ensuring every piece is coated evenly.
4. Remove from heat, stir in vanilla extract and a pinch of sea salt.
5. Quickly spread the coated walnuts onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Let cool.
6. Once hardened, break apart the walnuts and store in an airtight container.
Notes
Stir constantly during cooking to avoid burning the sugar.
Spread walnuts quickly onto the sheet before the toffee sets.
You can substitute walnuts with pecans or almonds for variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg