Description
These Slow Cooker Candied Mixed Nuts are a deliciously sweet and crunchy treat, perfect for snacking or gifting. Combining a variety of nuts coated in a cinnamon-sugar glaze, cooked slowly to perfection, they offer a warm and comforting flavor with minimal effort. A perfect holiday or anytime snack!
Ingredients
Scale
Nuts
- 2 cups pecan halves
- 1 cup almonds
- 1 cup peanuts
- 1 cup cashews
Coating
- 2 egg whites
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups brown sugar
- 1 ½ cups white sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
Others
- Cooking spray (for greasing slow cooker)
Instructions
- Prepare the slow cooker: Grease the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Make egg white mixture: In a bowl, whisk together the egg whites and vanilla extract until frothy. This mixture helps the sugar and seasoning adhere to the nuts evenly.
- Coat the nuts: Place all the nuts in the slow cooker. Pour the egg white mixture over the nuts, tossing to coat them thoroughly with the frothy mixture.
- Add sugars and spices: Sprinkle the brown sugar, white sugar, ground cinnamon, and kosher salt over the coated nuts. Toss everything again to ensure even coverage of the sugar and spices on all nuts.
- Cook the nuts: Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on low heat for 2 to 3 hours. Stir the nuts occasionally every 30-40 minutes to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
- Cool the nuts: Once cooked and candied, spread the nuts out on a baking sheet in an even layer to cool completely. This allows the sugar coating to harden and become crunchy.
- Serve or store: Enjoy the candied nuts immediately or store them in an airtight container to retain freshness until ready to serve.
Notes
- Stirring occasionally during cooking is important to prevent burning and ensure even candy coating.
- You can vary the nut mix to suit personal preferences or dietary restrictions.
- Ensure the nuts are completely cooled before storing to avoid condensation and sogginess.
- These candied nuts make excellent gifts when packaged in decorative jars or bags.
- For a spicier variation, add a pinch of cayenne or chili powder with the cinnamon.
