Extra Crispy Candied Nuts |Chinese Candied Walnuts 琥珀核桃

sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: pecans

💰Cheaper: almonds

Pecans are similar in taste and texture, while almonds are often less expensive.

Toast walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant, about 5 minutes.

Combine sugar, water, and salt in a saucepan over medium heat.

Stir until sugar dissolves completely, about 2-3 minutes.

Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 2 minutes.

Add vanilla extract and stir to combine.

Add toasted walnuts to the saucepan and stir to coat evenly.

Increase heat to medium and cook until the mixture thickens, about 3-4 minutes.

Remove from heat and sprinkle cornstarch over the walnuts, stirring to coat.

Spread the walnuts on a parchment-lined baking sheet to cool.

Sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.

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