Are you searching high and low for the perfect holiday gift for the foodies and hosts in your life who seemingly have it all? Look no further: seasoned California walnuts are delightful and versatile treats that are bound to please even the toughest people on your list. Not only are these nibbles spectacular for gifts, but they are also a wonderful addition to your own holiday charcuterie board!
We’ve gathered a roundup of our favorite seasoned walnut recipes that make delicious homemade gifts. There’s one for everyone to enjoy!
Seasoned Walnuts to Gift This Year
Our Cinnamon Sugar Candied Walnuts are the perfect holiday snack or dessert. They are coated with just the right amount of cinnamon and sugar for that nostalgic holiday taste. The best part is that this recipe takes less than an hour to prepare, and it offers 16 servings! Wrap these up in cellophane bags with a bow, and pop them in stockings or gift them to the host.
Looking for a gift to give to the spice enthusiast? If so, our Carolina BBQ Walnuts are exactly what they’re looking for to satisfy those cravings. These walnuts are coated with both sweet and spicy Carolina barbecue spices that will make taste buds spin.
If you’re hunting for a savory gift or snack option this holiday season, our Mushroom Parmesan Walnuts are sure to be a hit. These treats are lightly seasoned with mushroom umami seasoning and grated Parmesan cheese, bringing together a blend of delicious savory flavors.
A handful of our indulgent Dark Chocolate and Sea Salt Walnuts will have you and your guests reaching for more throughout the season. These treats have the perfect mix of cocoa powder, sweet honey, and crunchy walnuts, with just a touch of sea salt to enhance the sweetness and balance the flavors.
Our Rosemary and Sea Salt Walnuts are the perfect savory snack, whether you’re looking for a host gift or a treat for entertaining. These morsels take only 35 minutes to craft and are fragrant with rosemary and smoked black pepper.
Check out these additional recipes for more seasoned walnut inspiration. And don’t forget to tell the lucky recipients of your homemade gift to store their walnuts in the cheese drawer of the refrigerator to maintain their freshness—if they can wait that long to eat them all!
