Black Walnut Candy…so easy. From Out Of This Kitchen cookbook.

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 0

Sweet and nutty Black Walnut Candy recipe

Black Walnut Candy…so easy. From Out Of This Kitchen cookbook.

by The Chefin Dessert

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

180

Sugar

24g

Fat

Black Walnut Candy is a sweet and nutty treat that is easy to make and perfect for holiday gift giving. This recipe is a classic from Out Of This Kitchen cookbook and has been enjoyed by generations of home cooks. Made with cocoa, brown sugar, corn syrup, and milk, this candy has a rich chocolatey flavor. It is then combined with chopped black walnuts to give it a unique nutty crunch. This candy is perfect for enjoying with family and friends during the holiday season, or any time of year. Whether you are looking for a homemade gift to give or just a sweet treat to enjoy, this Black Walnut Candy recipe is sure to please.

Instructions

1.	In a heavy saucepan, combine cocoa, brown sugar, corn syrup, and milk.
2.	Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture comes to a boil.
3.	Boil to soft ball stage (234-240°F), stirring ONLY occasionally to avoid crystallization.
4.	Add butter and walnuts; stir gently.
5.	Remove from heat and beat by hand until mixture loses its gloss and starts to thicken.
6.	Quickly drop by spoonfuls onto aluminum foil.
7.	Cool at room temperature. When firm, wrap pieces in plastic wrap or tissue paper.

PROS

This candy recipe is very easy to make with only few ingredients needed.
Black Walnuts give the candy a unique nutty flavor that complements the sweetness of the candy.
Perfect for holiday gift giving and gatherings.

CONS

This candy is quite high in calories and sugar, and may not be suitable for those on restricted diets or with certain health conditions.
Black walnuts can be quite expensive and difficult to come by, so regular walnuts can be substituted if necessary.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this candy is not particularly healthy, black walnuts contain healthy fats, antioxidants, and anti-inflammatory properties. These properties can help lower cholesterol levels, improve brain function, and reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as cancer and heart disease.

	1 cup cocoa
	1 cup brown sugar
	1 cup corn syrup
	1/2 cup milk
	1 tablespoon butter
	1 cup walnuts ( chopped )