Maple Walnut Brittle

By Chef Joey Kistler
Total Time
30 Mins
Serves
20
Course
Desserts

DESCRIPTION

This candy full of toasted walnuts is crisp and crunchy with a hint of maple.

Prep Time
10 Mins
Cook Time
20 Mins
Total Time
30 Mins
Calories
200
Total Fat
16
Polyunsaturated Fat
11
Cholesterol
25
Sodium
0
Carbohydrates
14
Dietary Fiber
1
Protein
2

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup real maple syrup
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup butter
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 cups California walnut pieces, toasted

Preparation

  1. In heavy bottomed saucepan, over medium heat, stir together syrup, sugar, butter, and water until melted and creamy. Continue to gently boil and do not stir until candy thermometer reaches 300°F or "hard crack" stage. Immediately stir in walnuts and carefully pour hot mixture onto an ungreased cookie sheet and spread out to a thin layer with a wooden spoon.
  2. Cool completely. Break into large pieces and store in an airtight container.