re: Favorite Christmas cookie/candy recipe?

Just made these

They are easy and addictive.

Spiced Candy Walnuts

INGREDIENTS
4 cups walnuts
3/4 cup brown sugar
3/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon sea salt (or kosher)
1 egg white
2 teaspoons vanilla

INSTRUCTIONS
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Preroast nuts at 300 degrees for 20 minutes to release oils.


In a small bowl add the brown sugar, cinnamon, cayenne, and sea salt mix until combined.

In a medium bowl toss the walnuts with the egg white and vanilla until coated.
Add the sugar mixture to the walnuts and toss until coated.

Spread the walnuts into a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Place in the middle oven rack and bake for 20 minutes, stir and bake for another 10 minutes.

Remove from oven and let the walnuts cool. Store in an airtight container for up to 1 month.