Triple Nut Candy Recipe

Summary

Health IndexAverageCuisine
CourseMethod
Dish

Ingredients

 Walnut halves1 Cup (16 tbs)
 Pecan halves1 Cup (16 tbs)
 Brazil nuts1 Cup (16 tbs), halved
 Butter1 Teaspoon
 Sugar1/2 Cup (16 tbs)
 Heavy whipping cream1 Cup (16 tbs)
 Light corn syrup1/2 Cup (16 tbs)

Directions

Place the walnuts, pecans and Brazil nuts in a single layer on a baking sheet.
Bake at 350° for 4-8 minutes or until toasted and golden brown, stirring once.
Cool on a wire rack.
Line an 8-in. square pan with foil; grease the foil with butter and set aside.
In a heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, cream and corn syrup.
Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
Stir in toasted nuts.
Cook, without stirring, until a candy thermometer reads 238° (soft-ball stage).
Remove from heat.
Stir with a wooden spoon until creamy and thickened.
Quickly spread into prepared pan; cool.
Cover; refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight.
Using foil, lift candy out of pan; discard foil.
Cut the candy into squares.
Store in an airtight container in refrigerator.
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