Candied Walnuts

Name: Candied Walnuts
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: varies
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 c brown sugar, firmly packed; 1/2 c granulated sugar; 1/2 c sour cream; 1 dash(es) of salt; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 2 1/2 c walnut halves

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By Anna Vandenhazel
@annavandenhazel

Absolutely the best walnut candy I've ever had! The sour cream is the best part. You can use other nuts for variety.

Rating:

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Serves:

varies

Prep:

5 Min

Cook:

15 Min

Method:

Stove Top

Ingredients

1 c

brown sugar, firmly packed
1/2 c

granulated sugar
1/2 c

sour cream
1 dash(es)

of salt
1 tsp

vanilla extract
2 1/2 c

walnut halves
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How to Make Candied Walnuts

Step-by-Step

Combine sugars and sour cream in small saucepan. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring until mixture boils.
Continue to boil until mixture reaches soft ball stage (240F) or forms a soft ball when dropped into cold water. Stir in salt and vanilla.
Pour hot candy mixture over walnuts in a mixing bowl. Mix until walnuts are evenly coated.
Spoon out onto waxed paper, separating walnuts.
When dry, store in airtight container.