candied walnuts

39 Pinches
West Valley City, UT
Updated on Feb 21, 2014

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

prep time 5 Min
cook time 15 Min
method Stove Top
yield varies

Ingredients

  • 1 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup sour cream
  • 1 dash of salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 1/2 cups walnut halves

How To Make candied walnuts

  • Step 1
    Combine sugars and sour cream in small saucepan. Cook over medium-high heat, stirring until mixture boils.
  • Step 2
    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.
  • Step 3
    Pour hot candy mixture over walnuts in a mixing bowl. Mix until walnuts are evenly coated.
  • Step 4
    Spoon out onto waxed paper, separating walnuts.
  • Step 5
    When dry, store in airtight container.

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Category: Candies
Keyword: #nuts
Keyword: #candy
Culture: American
Method: Stove Top
Ingredient: Nuts

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