How long does it take to make Sugared Nuts?
Cook the nuts with the sugar and water over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until the water evaporates and the sugar coats them and turns lightly golden, about 10 minutes.
10 minTotal
1 minActive time
9 minSetting
Step by Step
| # | What to do | How long |
|---|
| 1 | Line the pan where the almonds will cool with parchment paper | — |
| 2 | Put the sugar and water in a pot and heat over medium heat, stirring | — |
| 3 | Add the almonds and salt and cook 8–10 minutes, stirring constantly | 9 min |
| 4 | Pour immediately onto the parchment paper | 1 min |
| 5 | Let cool completely | — |
How to Tell It's Done
- until the sugar melts
- until the sugar recrystallizes and coats the almonds
- until the coating hardens
Common Mistakes
- Molten sugar is extremely hot: don't touch it or the nuts until they've cooled.
More Ways
- For 4 cups nuts: 2 cups sugar, about two-thirds of a cup of water and a pinch of salt; vanilla and cinnamon to taste.
- Caramel: the sugar is cooked with a little water until golden and poured at once over the nuts, on well-greased parchment paper.
- Spread the nuts in a single layer on parchment paper and let cool until the coating hardens.
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