Caramel Walnuts
Sweet vanilla caramel clings to crunchy walnuts for a simple stovetop treat that sets into crisp, creamy bites.
Prep 5 min · Cook 15 min · Total 40 min · Makes about 2 cups
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 Tbsp milk
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 2 cups of walnut halves
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
Directions
In a small heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the sour cream, salt, milk, and sugar and warm the mixture. Cook it, stirring now and then, until a candy thermometer registers 240 degrees F. Stir in the walnuts and a teaspoon of vanilla, and keep stirring until the nuts look creamy. Take the pan off the heat, then turn the walnuts out onto wax paper or a Silpat. If they need a little nudging apart, use 2 forks. Cool until firm.