Swedish Nuts

Swedish Nuts
  • PREP TIME
    15 mins
  • COOK TIME
    30 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    45 mins
  • SERVING
    16 People
  • VIEWS
    339

These candied nuts are a symphony of sweet and savory, perfect for the holidays or any time you crave a delightful, crunchy treat. The buttery, caramelized coating elevates simple pecans (or walnuts!) into an irresistible confection.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    17 g
  • Cholesterol
    15 mg
  • Fiber
    3 g
  • Protein
    3 g
  • Saturated Fat
    5 g
  • Sodium
    48 mg
  • Sugar
    14 g
  • Fat
    26 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 5 mins Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 7 mins In a large bowl, beat egg whites with an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Add sugar, salt, and vanilla extract. Continue beating until stiff, glossy peaks form. (7 minutes)

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Recipe View 3 mins Gently fold in the pecan halves, ensuring they are evenly coated with the egg white mixture. (3 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Place the butter in a 9x13 inch baking pan and melt it in the preheated oven. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins Carefully spread the coated nuts in a single layer over the melted butter in the pan. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 30 mins Bake for 30 minutes, stirring and turning the nuts every 8 minutes to ensure even browning and prevent burning, until the butter is absorbed and the nuts are nicely caramelized. (30 minutes)

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Recipe View 10 mins Transfer the hot nuts to a sheet of parchment paper or foil to cool completely. Break apart any clumps. (10 minutes)

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Recipe View Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.

For a deeper flavor, toast the pecan halves lightly before coating them.
Watch the nuts carefully during the last few minutes of baking to prevent burning, as ovens can vary.
Walnuts or almonds can be substituted for pecans for a different flavor profile.
A sprinkle of sea salt after baking enhances the sweetness and adds a delightful contrast.

Nels Stokes

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.7/ 5 ( 113 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (5)
  • Monroe Stracke

    My kids loved helping me make these. A new family tradition!

  • Stefan Dooley

    I used walnuts instead of pecans and they turned out great. Thanks for the recipe!

  • Thurman Mohr

    Easy to follow instructions and the nuts were perfectly caramelized.

  • Bernice Johnston

    These were a hit at our holiday party! Everyone raved about them.

  • Edwin Lueilwitzbashirian

    I accidentally overbaked them a little, but they still tasted amazing! I'll be more careful next time.

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