Panocha Walnuts
Description: After I used these in Christmas goodie boxes, the requests for MORE poured in — the fudge-like coating just melts in your mouth! 🎄🍬
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Recipe Category: Candy
Keywords: Dessert, Lunch/Snacks, Fruit, Nuts, < 60 Mins, Stove Top
Aggregated Rating: 5 🌟
Calories: 1047.2 per serving
Fat Content: 63.6g
Saturated Fat Content: 6g
Cholesterol Content: 0mg
Sodium Content: 225.3mg
Carbohydrate Content: 118.2g
Fiber Content: 6.5g
Sugar Content: 106.6g
Protein Content: 14.8g
Recipe Yield: 3 cups
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | brown sugar |
| 1/2 | granulated sugar |
| 1/2 | water |
| 1/4 | salt |
| 1 | vanilla |
| 2 1/2 | walnuts |
Instructions
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Combine brown sugar, granulated sugar, water, and salt in a 3-quart saucepan.
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Slowly bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar dissolves completely.
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Boil slowly until the temperature reaches 246 degrees Fahrenheit, also known as the firm ball stage. This usually takes about 10-15 minutes. Remove from heat immediately.
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Add vanilla extract and walnut halves to the saucepan, stirring continuously until the nuts are evenly coated with the syrup.
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Continue stirring until the syrup begins to crystallize and the nuts appear “sugary” rather than sticky. This process typically takes 5-7 minutes.
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Quickly transfer the coated nuts onto a sheet of waxed paper or foil.
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Separate the nuts using two forks, ensuring they don’t clump together. This step should be done swiftly before the coating hardens.
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It’s recommended to have someone assist you during this step to speed up the process.
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Allow the coated nuts to cool thoroughly before transferring them to a tightly covered container for storage.
These Panocha Walnuts make for an irresistible treat that’s perfect for holiday gifting or as a sweet snack any time of the year! Enjoy the rich, fudge-like coating and the satisfying crunch of the walnuts with every bite. 🎁🌰
