Slow Cooker Candied Nuts

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Slow Cooker Candied Nuts are so easy to make with a wonderful blend of mixed nuts coated in a cinnamon sugar mixture. A great snack or topping, they are a fun tradition to make every holiday season!

If you love this easy recipe, you will want to try these maple cinnamon roasted chickpeas too and this crockpot candy is another homemade treat that’s always a hit!

candied nut in a white bowl with a small wooden spoon.

Cinnamon Sugar Nuts in the Crockpot

Using simple ingredients, this candied nuts recipe transforms everyday nuts into a holiday treat that’s irresistible! They also make perfect homemade holiday gifts for friends too. I love to pack them in glass jars (like mason jars) or cellophane bags with a cute gift tag and ribbon!

Not only are they great to eat alone, they are so delicious to add as a topping for salads like this spinach strawberry salad, or on your favorite ice cream or even to added to a trail mix with raisins, craisins, chocolate chips and &m’s .

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Ingredients Needed:

Below is a list of the ingredients you’ll need to gather to make this recipe. Scroll all the way down for the full recipe card with amounts.

A bowl of mixed nuts and small bowls of sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon and vanilla extract and 2 eggs for a candied nuts recipe.

Mixed Nuts – the foundation of this recipe. Use any kind of nuts you’d like. Make candied pecans or candied walnuts.
Brown Sugar & Granulated Sugar – creates the perfect sweet coating with a hint of caramel-like depth. Use maple syrup in place of granulated sugar for a richer flavor.
Egg Whites – They help the cinnamon mixture stick to the nuts. I use fresh egg whites
Ground Cinnamon – brings in the seasonal warmth.
Vanilla Extract & Salt – enhances the overall flavor. Use regular or sea salt. Swap vanilla extract with almond extract for a different aroma

Variations To Try:

1. Add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a spicy kick.

2. Add other spices like a nutmeg or ginger.

3. For a vegan version, use aquafaba instead of egg whites.

How to Make this Candied Nut Recipe

A bowl of cinnamon sugar & egg white mixture with a spoon in it.

Step 1: In a medium bowl, add the brown and white sugar, egg whites, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt and whisk together well.

mixed nuts in a cinnamon sugar mixture in a glass bowl with a red spatula.

Step 2: In a large bowl, add the nuts and pour the sugar mixture over top and gently toss until the nuts are evenly coated.

A crock pot full of nuts and pecans in a cinnamon sugar mixture.

Step 3: Spray the crockpot with non-stick cooking spray and add the coated nuts.

Step 4: Cook on low heat 2 to 3 hours, stirring every 20 minutes or so.

A baking sheet lined with parchment paper with candied nuts spread out on it.

Step 4: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread the cooked nut mixture onto it in a single layer to cool and get crispy.

Tips:

Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
Place the nuts in a single layer on the cookie sheet when cooling for even crispiness.

FAQ’s

How to Store?

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or refrigerate for two weeks.

Can you freeze candied nuts?

Yes, after they have cooled completely you can place them in an airtight container and freezer up to 2-3 months. Thaw at room temperature.

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