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Whiskey Honey Toasted Walnuts

A simple recipe using Diamond brand walnuts, perfect for snacking or to place on top yogurt or salads.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup Irish whiskey
  • 1/2 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1 1/2 cups Diamond Brand Walnut halves

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F
  • In a medium saucepan, stir together honey, granulated sugar, Irish whiskey and salt. Cook over medium heat for 3-4 minutes, or until sugar is dissolved and mixture comes to a slow boil.
  • Add walnut halves. Stir to coat. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring, until syrup begins to bubble up and turn a light brown in color.
  • Remove from heat and drain liquid through a strainer.
  • Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper. Place coated walnuts onto parchment paper in a single layer, separating as much as possible.
  • Place in the oven and bake for 8-10 minutes (watch closely so they don't burn).
  • Remove from heat and allow to cool.
  • Once cooled, separate walnuts from each other and use to top salad, stir into yogurt or as a tasty snack.