Crock Pot Christmas Sugared Walnuts

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 13

Sweet and Spicy Crock Pot Christmas Sugared Walnuts recipe for the holidays

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

4 hr

Ready In

4 hr 10 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

430

Sugar

25g

Fat

44g

Crock Pot Christmas Sugared Walnuts are a perfect holiday treat that everyone will love. These walnuts are coated in a blend of powdered sugar and warm spices, including cinnamon, ginger, allspice, and clove, that give them a sweet and spicy flavor. They are easy to make in the Crock Pot and make a great addition to holiday gift baskets or as a quick and easy snack for holiday gatherings.

Instructions

1.	Grease a Crock Pot generously with non-stick cooking spray.
2.	Add the walnut pieces and pour the melted butter over them, stirring to coat well.
3.	In a separate bowl, mix together the powdered sugar, cinnamon, ginger, allspice, and clove.
4.	Add the sugar and spice mixture to the Crock Pot, stirring until walnuts are evenly coated with the mixture.
5.	Cover the Crock Pot and cook on low for 3-4 hours, stirring every 30 minutes to prevent nuts from sticking together.
6.	Once the walnuts are nicely coated with the mixture and have a brownish color, transfer them to a baking sheet lined with waxed paper to cool completely.
7.	Store in a sealed container at room temperature up to 2-3 weeks.

PROS

These sugared walnuts are deliciously sweet and spicy, making them perfect for serving as a snack or as a topping for salads and desserts.

They are easy to make, requiring only a few ingredients, and are a great way to add some flavor to your holiday season.

CONS

These walnuts are high in calories and sugar, and should be eaten in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

They are not recommended for people with nut allergies, and cannot replace a well-balanced meal.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Walnuts are a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, and protein, and have been linked to improved heart health.
The spices used in this recipe, including cinnamon, ginger, allspice, and clove, have been shown to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, as well as potential benefits for blood sugar regulation and digestion.

	1 lb walnut pieces
	1/2 cup unsalted butter , melted
	1/2 cup powdered sugar
	1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon , ground
	1/4 teaspoon ginger , ground
	1/4 teaspoon allspice , ground
	1/8 teaspoon clove , ground