Description
Sweet, crunchy toffee walnuts that are perfect for gifts or snacking, balancing deep brown-sugar toffee with toasted walnuts.
Ingredients
- 4 cups walnut halves
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup light corn syrup
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Flaky sea salt for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and toast the walnut halves for 8–10 minutes.
- In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine granulated sugar, unsalted butter, corn syrup, and salt. Cook over medium heat while stirring until the mixture reaches 295°F (146°C).
- Quickly fold in the toasted walnuts and vanilla extract.
- Pour the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and sprinkle with flaky sea salt.
- Allow to cool until it snaps, then break into pieces.
Notes
Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks. Can be frozen for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Stovetop caramelization
- Cuisine: American