Brandied Candied Walnuts

By Hank Winkle
Total Time
25 Mins
Serves
16
Meal
Snack

DESCRIPTION

These sweet candied walnuts are a great snack or appetizer. They also make a sophisticated addition to desserts and salads.

Prep Time
5 Mins
Cook Time
20 Mins
Total Time
25 Mins
Calories
292
Total Fat
19
Polyunsaturated Fat
13
Cholesterol
0
Sodium
1
Carbohydrates
29
Dietary Fiber
2
Protein
4

Ingredients

  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 pound California walnut halves
  • 1/4 cup brandy
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon, ground
  • 3 fluid ounces orange juice

Preparation

  1. Preheat oven to 350° F.
  2. In a bowl, toss 1 cup of sugar with remaining ingredients and mix well.
  3. Pour mixture on to a cookie sheet, spread evenly, and bake for 20 minutes.
  4. Remove from oven and sprinkle remaining 1 cup of sugar over the top and mix. Allow walnuts to cool before serving.