Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups walnut halves
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 egg white
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
- Heat Things Up: Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Mix Sugars and Spices: In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
- Whisk Egg White: In another bowl, whisk together the egg white and water until frothy.
- Coat the Walnuts: Dip the walnuts into the frothy egg white, ensuring each piece is coated.
- Add the Sweet Mix: Sprinkle the sugar mixture over the walnuts, tossing them to cover completely.
- Prepare for Baking: Spread the walnuts out on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
- Bake to Perfection: Bake the walnuts for about 40 minutes, stirring them every 10-15 minutes to ensure they cook evenly and don’t burn.
- Cool and Crunch: Let the walnuts cool on the baking sheet. They will crisp up as they cool.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes