Caramelized Bacon Cashews Recipe Video

This is a great appetizer for any party. Simple yet elegant bar food. Takes about 10 minutes to make and can store in fridge for up to a week.

Summary

Preparation Time5 MinCooking Time10 Min
Ready In15 MinDifficulty LevelEasy
Health IndexJust EnjoyCuisine
Main IngredientInterest Group

Ingredients

 Water1⁄4 Cup (4 tbs)
 Sugar1⁄4 Cup (4 tbs)
 Cashew nut12 Ounce
 Salt1 Pinch (to taste)
 Butter1 Tablespoon, cold
 Bacon2 Tablespoon, baked and crumbled (as needed)

Nutrition Facts

Serving size: Complete recipe

Calories 2225 Calories from Fat 1387

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 165 g253.9%

Saturated Fat 35.5 g177.5%

Trans Fat 0 g

Cholesterol 40.2 mg13.4%

Sodium 446.4 mg18.6%

Total Carbohydrates 161 g53.7%

Dietary Fiber 11.2 g44.9%

Sugars 70.1 g

Protein 64 g128.5%

Vitamin A 7.5% Vitamin C 2.8%

Calcium 13% Iron 126.3%

*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet

Directions

MAKING
1) In a skillet, add the water, sugar and cashew nuts together.
2) Stir all the ingredients and allow to cook over a medium heat for 5 to 7 minutes until the cashew nuts are nicely coated and caramelized .
3) Stir in the bacon and transfer the mixture to a plastic try lined with wax paper and spread out evenly.
4) Refrigerate until the cashew nuts cools down to room temperature.

SERVING
5) Separate or break up the caramelized bacon cashews and serve.
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