Description

This Easy Glazed Nuts recipe delivers a perfect sweet and buttery coating on toasted nuts, making a delightful snack or topping for desserts. With simple ingredients and quick preparation, you can enjoy a crunchy, flavorful treat in just 10 minutes.

Ingredients

1 cup nuts (such as pecans, walnuts, almonds, or cashews)
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 tablespoon cold butter (cut into about 6 small pieces)
1 tablespoon water

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Instructions

Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to get ready for toasting the nuts.
Toast the nuts: Spread the nuts evenly on a small baking sheet and bake them for 5 minutes or until they become fragrant and lightly toasted, enhancing their natural flavors.
Prepare the glaze: Transfer the toasted nuts to the bottom of a 10-inch nonstick skillet. Sprinkle the sugar evenly over the nuts and scatter the pieces of cold butter on top. Turn the heat on to medium-low and cook, stirring occasionally, until the butter melts and the sugar is nearly dissolved.
Glaze the nuts: Add the water to the skillet, increase the heat to medium, and continue cooking while stirring constantly for 2 to 3 minutes. Shake the pan occasionally to help cook off the water, allowing the glaze to thicken and coat the nuts evenly.
Cool and separate: Pour the glazed nuts onto wax paper or foil and use a wooden spoon to separate them slightly. Let them cool completely so the glaze hardens and the nuts don’t stick together.

Notes

You can use any combination of your favorite nuts like pecans, walnuts, almonds, or cashews.
Make sure to stir constantly during glazing to prevent burning and ensure even coating.
Cooling the nuts on wax paper prevents them from sticking and helps maintain the crunch.
These glazed nuts can be stored in an airtight container for up to two weeks.