Easy and Delicious Baked Walnuts Recipe

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Easy and Delicious Baked Walnuts Recipe
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
40mins
Recipe by Administrator
Published on November 09, 2023

These baked walnuts are a perfect combination of sweet, salty, and crunchy. They are great as a snack, topping for salads, or even as a dessert. The walnuts are coated in a delicious mixture of butter, sugar, and spices and then baked to perfection. This recipe is quick and easy to make, and the end result is a batch of irresistibly tasty walnuts that everyone will love!

Ingredients

  • 2 cups walnuts
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, combine the melted butter, sugar, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Stir well to combine.
  3. Add the walnuts to the bowl and toss until they are evenly coated with the butter and spice mixture.
  4. Spread the walnuts out in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, stirring once halfway through, or until the walnuts are golden brown and fragrant.
  6. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the walnuts cool completely on the sheet. They will become even crispier as they cool.
  7. Once cooled, transfer the walnuts to an airtight container for storage or enjoy them right away!

Interesting Facts

  • Walnuts are a great source of healthy fats, fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
  • Baking walnuts enhances their natural flavors and brings out their crunchiness.
  • This recipe can easily be adjusted to suit your taste by adding additional spices like chili powder or cayenne pepper for a spicy kick.