Description
A simple and delicious recipe for Easy Glazed Nuts that combines toasted nuts with a sweet buttery glaze. Perfect as a snack, salad topping, or gift idea, this recipe uses common nuts like pecans, walnuts, almonds, or cashews and comes together quickly with minimal ingredients.
Ingredients
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Glazed Nuts
- 1 cup nuts (pecans, walnuts, almonds, or cashews)
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cold butter, cut into about 6 small pieces
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
- Preheat and Toast Nuts: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Spread the nuts evenly on a small baking sheet and bake for about 5 minutes until they become fragrant and lightly toasted, enhancing their natural flavor.
- Prepare the Glaze in Skillet: Remove the nuts from the oven and transfer them to the bottom of a 10-inch nonstick skillet in an even layer. Sprinkle the sugar over the nuts and scatter the cold butter pieces on top. Set the heat to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally, until the butter melts and the sugar begins to dissolve.
- Add Water and Finish Cooking: Pour in the tablespoon of water, increase the heat to medium, and cook the mixture while stirring constantly for 2 to 3 minutes. Shake the pan occasionally to prevent burning and continue until the water evaporates and the glaze coats the nuts uniformly.
- Cool and Separate Nuts: Pour the glazed nuts onto wax paper or foil. Use a wooden spoon to separate them slightly to prevent sticking as they cool. Let them cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Use any mix of your favorite nuts such as pecans, walnuts, almonds, or cashews.
- Keep an eye on the nuts while baking to prevent burning.
- The glaze hardens as it cools, so separate the nuts promptly to avoid clumping.
- Store cooled glazed nuts in an airtight container for up to two weeks.
