Caramelised Walnuts Made With Fresh Grape Juice

May 25, 2023May 25, 20230 1

Caramelised Walnuts recipe made with Fresh Grape Juice

Caramelised Walnuts Made With Fresh Grape Juice

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

346

Sugar

36g

Fat

16g

These Caramelised Walnuts Made with Fresh Grape Juice are an elevated version of regular candied nuts. The use of fresh grape juice adds a delightful tang to the sweet syrup coating the crunchy walnuts. These nuts can be eaten as a snack, used as a garnish for desserts, or added to salads for extra texture and flavor. They are perfect to serve at parties or gatherings and are always a crowd-pleaser.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 180C.
2.	In a large pot over medium-high heat, combine the brown sugar, grape juice, salt, and cinnamon.
3.	Stirring constantly, cook until the mixture is a thick syrup consistency.
4.	Add in the walnut halves and stir until they are completely coated in the syrup.
5.	Pour the walnuts onto a baking sheet lined with baking paper and spread them out.
6.	Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the walnuts are fragrant and caramelized.
7.	Remove from oven and let cool.
8.	Break apart any walnuts that are stuck together.
9.	Serve as a snack or use as a topping for salads or desserts.

PROS

These Caramelised Walnuts are the perfect snack – sweet and nutty with a crunch.

They are also versatile and can be used in various dishes.

CONS

While delicious, these caramelised walnuts are high in sugar and calories, so it’s important to enjoy in moderation.

They should not be eaten as a substitute for meals but rather as a snack or garnish.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Despite being high in sugar and calories, walnuts have numerous health benefits.
They contain healthy fats, fiber, and protein which can help lower cholesterol and reduce inflammation in the body.
Grape juice is high in antioxidants which have been linked to preventing chronic diseases such as heart disease and cancer.

	2 cups walnut halves
	2 cups soft brown sugar
	1 cup fresh grape juice
	1 pinch salt
	1 pinch cinnamon