Easy Candied Walnuts

Ingredients

• 2 cups whole walnuts* (raw (unroasted, unsalted))
• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1/4 teaspoon coarse sea salt

Steps

1. 1

   Line a baking sheet or large plate with parchment paper. Set aside.

2. 2

   Place the walnuts, butter, and maple syrup into a large skillet pan set over high heat. Bring the butter and maple syrup to a boil.

3. 3

   Reduce the heat to low and stir, making sure all of the walnuts are coated in maple syrup and butter. Let the walnuts simmer over low heat for 2 minutes.

4. 4

   Remove the pan from the heat and pour the walnuts onto the parchment paper. Spread them out so they are not touching. Sprinkle with sea salt.

5. 5

   Place the walnuts in the refrigerator until they are cool, about 5 minutes.