Easy Glazed Nuts
This quick method creates sweet, buttery Easy Glazed Nuts with a foolproof result every time. They’re the perfect homemade candied nuts for salads, charcuterie boards, or packing into jars for gifting.
Servings: 4
Calories: 219kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup nuts like pecans, walnuts, almonds, or cashews
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cold butter cut into about 6 small pieces
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Spread the nuts out evenly over a small baking sheet. Bake for 5 minutes, or until nuts are fragrant and toasted.
- Remove the nuts from the oven and spread them evenly across the bottom of a 10-inch nonstick skillet. Sprinkle with sugar and scatter the butter pieces over the top. Turn the heat to MEDIUM-LOW and cook, stirring occasionally, until the butter melts and the sugar is almost dissolved. Add the water, increase the heat to MEDIUM, and cook, stirring constantly, for 2 to 3 minutes, shaking the pan occasionally, until the water has cooked off and the glaze coats the nuts. Pour the nuts onto wax paper or foil and separate them slightly with a wooden spoon so they don’t stick together as they cool.
- Allow the glazed nuts to cool completely before serving.
Notes
I highly recommend toasting the nuts first for a good crunchy result (and the flavor is way better too).
Storing Glazed Nuts: Once completely cooled, transfer the glazed nuts to an airtight container or mason jar. Store at room temperature in a cool, dry place for up to one month for the best crunch. You can refrigerate them if your kitchen is warm, but the texture may soften slightly. For longer storage, freeze for up to three months and let them come to room temperature before serving.
Nutrition
Calories: 219kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 25mg | Potassium: 101mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 101IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 1mg