Spicy Candied Walnuts
Spicy Candied Walnuts are the perfect combination of saltiness, sweetness, and just the right amount of heat. These are the perfect snacks to have on hand .
Servings 4 cups
Calories 234kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 cups walnuts
- 3/4 cup brown sugar
- 3/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper or more if you like heat
- 1 teaspoon sea salt or kosher
- 1 egg white
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl add the brown sugar, cinnamon, cayenne, and sea salt mix until combined.
- In a medium bowl toss the walnuts with the egg white and vanilla until coated.
- Add the sugar mixture to the walnuts and toss until coated.
- Spread the walnuts into a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Place in the middle oven rack and bake for 20 minutes, stir and bake for another 20 minutes.
- Remove from oven and let the walnuts cool. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 month.
Notes
- If you don't have walnuts, you can make this candied walnut recipe using pecans or almonds instead.
Nutrition
Calories: 234kcal | Carbohydrates: 57g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 76g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 55g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Sodium: 608mg | Potassium: 595mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 43g | Vitamin A: 181IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 154mg | Iron: 4mg
