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cashew candy holidays

Cashew Candy Holidays: 5 Sweet Tips for Magical Treats

A sweet treat made with cashews, perfect for holidays.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 24 pieces 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups cashews
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup corn syrup
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Spread cashews on a baking sheet and toast for 10 minutes.
  3. In a saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, butter, and salt. Cook over medium heat until the mixture boils.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
  5. Add toasted cashews to the mixture and stir to coat.
  6. Pour the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and spread evenly.
  7. Let it cool completely before breaking into pieces.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container.
  • Can be made a week in advance.
  • Adjust sweetness by adding more or less sugar.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 16g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: cashew candy, holidays, sweet treat, dessert