Cinnamon Candied Walnuts

The holidays are prime snacking time, especially while wrapping presents, decking out the tree, and waiting for the turkey to come out of the oven. Here’s a delectable nut mix that’s perfect for snacking and gift-giving!

Ingredients

  • 3

    cups walnut halves
  • ½

    cup sugar

  • 2

    tbsp honey

  • ½

    tsp salt

  • 3

    cinnamon sticks

Directions

  • 1

    Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.

  • 2

    In a sauce pan on medium heat, combine sugar, honey, water, and salt. Stir occasionally until the color is a nice, golden brown, then add cinnamon sticks. 

  • 3

    Stir in walnuts to coat them in the sticky mixture. Reduce heat to low and continue to slowly stir. Then pour the walnuts mixture onto the baking sheet and spread. 

  • 4

    Allow to cool, then break into clusters.

Joanna Hawley