5-Minute Caramel Walnuts Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 cup walnuts
• ¼ cup + 1 tablespoon packed golden brown sugar (avoid using dark brown sugar)
• ¼ cup water
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• ⅛ teaspoon + 2 pinches of salt

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Plate:
   Line a dinner plate (or any heatproof plate) with a piece of parchment paper. Set it aside for later.
2. Cooking the Walnuts:
   In a medium-sized non-stick skillet, combine all the ingredients except for the extra two pinches of salt.
   Place the skillet over high heat and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. In the final minute, reduce the heat to medium and stir constantly until all the liquid evaporates. The walnuts should become darker, glossy, and start clumping together.
3. Check for Doneness:
   Ensure all the liquid has evaporated before removing the skillet from the heat. This is crucial to achieving the perfect caramel coating.
4. Transfer and Cool:
   Immediately transfer the walnuts onto the prepared parchment paper, scraping off any remaining caramel from the skillet. Spread the walnuts out into a single layer.
   Sprinkle the reserved two pinches of salt evenly over the nuts. Allow the walnuts to cool to room temperature, then break them apart using your fingers.
5. Storage:
   Store the caramel walnuts in an airtight container. They’ll stay fresh for several days—if they last that long!

Notes:

• A non-stick skillet is essential for this recipe.
• If you are using a smaller skillet, the cooking time may increase by 30-45 seconds.

Enjoy your delicious caramel walnuts!