Sweet Crunchy Nuts Recipe 🥜
Description:
Indulge in the delightful crunch of Sweet Crunchy Nuts, a perfect blend of nuts coated in a sweet meringue mixture. This recipe is a delightful treat for any occasion, whether it’s a midday snack or a party favorite.
Key Information:
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Servings: 8
- Yield: 5 cups
- Category: Lunch/Snacks
- Keywords: Fruit, Nuts, Kid Friendly, Kosher, Free Of…, Weeknight, Oven, < 4 Hours, Easy
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 543.7
- Fat: 44g
- Saturated Fat: 7.5g
- Cholesterol: 68.1mg
- Sodium: 70.2mg
- Carbohydrates: 34.6g
- Fiber: 3.8g
- Sugar: 28g
- Protein: 10.3g
Ingredients:
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 cup margarine
- 2 cups cashews
- 1 cup peanuts
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Heat your oven to 275 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Prepare Pan: Have a 15-1/2 X 10-1/2 inch jelly roll pan ready for baking.
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Beat Egg Whites: In a large bowl, beat the egg whites with an electric mixer until soft peaks form when the beaters are lifted.
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Add Sugar: Gradually add the brown sugar, beating until the whites are stiff and glossy.
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Incorporate Butter: Stir in the butter until well combined.
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Coat Nuts: Add the cashews and peanuts to the mixture, tossing them until evenly coated.
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Spread Mixture: Spread the coated nuts in an ungreased pan, ensuring an even layer.
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Bake: Bake for 1 hour or until the meringue is dry, stirring every 15 minutes to separate the nuts and ensure even baking.
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Cool: Once baked, allow the nuts to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
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Storage: Store the Sweet Crunchy Nuts tightly covered at room temperature for up to 2 months, if they last that long!
Enjoy!
Serve these Sweet Crunchy Nuts as a delightful snack or share them with friends and family at gatherings. Their irresistible combination of sweetness and crunch is sure to be a hit!