Craving a quick and irresistible treat? Look no further! These 5-Minute Caramel Walnuts are the ultimate snack that strikes a perfect balance between soft, crunchy, salty, and just the right amount of sweetness. Whether you’re serving them as appetizers, giving them as end-of-year gifts, or adding them to your salads, these candied walnuts are sure to delight your taste buds in no time.
Ingredients:
Walnuts: The star of the show, walnuts add a delightful crunch and nutty flavor to these caramel treats. They’re also packed with healthy fats and nutrients, making this snack not only delicious but also nutritious.
Golden Brown Sugar: The golden brown sugar provides the base for the caramel coating, adding a rich sweetness and a hint of caramel flavor to the walnuts. Be sure to use golden brown sugar for its milder flavor compared to dark brown sugar.
Water: Water is essential for creating the caramel coating. It helps dissolve the sugar and butter, forming a smooth and glossy caramel sauce that coats the walnuts perfectly.
Unsalted Butter: Butter adds richness and depth of flavor to the caramel sauce. Opt for unsalted butter to control the overall saltiness of the recipe.
Salt: A touch of salt balances out the sweetness of the caramel, creating a delicious contrast of flavors. Use a pinch of salt in the caramel sauce and sprinkle a little more over the finished walnuts for an extra pop of flavor.
Instructions:
Prepare a Plate: Before you start cooking, it’s essential to prepare a plate lined with parchment paper. This will prevent the caramelized walnuts from sticking to the plate and make cleanup a breeze.
Combine Ingredients: In a medium-sized non-stick skillet, combine the walnuts, golden brown sugar, water, butter, and a pinch of salt. These simple ingredients come together to create a mouthwatering caramel sauce that coats the walnuts perfectly.
Heat and Stir: Place the skillet over high heat and cook the ingredients, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes. As the mixture heats up, the sugar will dissolve, and the butter will melt, creating a luscious caramel sauce. Be sure to stir constantly during the last minute to prevent the caramel from burning.
Transfer to Plate: Once the caramel sauce has thickened and the walnuts are evenly coated, transfer them to the prepared plate lined with parchment paper. Use a spatula to spread the walnuts into a single layer, ensuring they cool evenly.
Finishing Touch: While the caramelized walnuts are still warm, sprinkle them with a pinch of salt. This final touch enhances the sweet and salty flavor profile of the walnuts, making them utterly irresistible.
Cool and Enjoy: Allow the caramelized walnuts to cool to room temperature before breaking them apart with your fingers. The result is a batch of perfectly crunchy and delicious Salted Caramel Walnuts that are ready to be enjoyed as a snack, added to salads, or given as gifts.
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