Description
Oklahoma Nut Candy is a mouthwatering treat that embodies the warmth of homemade goodness. This easy-to-follow recipe combines a rich, creamy base with the satisfying crunch of walnuts or pecans, creating a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Ideal for any occasion—from holiday celebrations to casual snacking—this delightful candy can be customized with your favorite nuts or even chocolate. Impress your family and friends with this sweet confection, which is sure to become a staple in your dessert repertoire.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups Heavy Cream
- 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 1/4 teaspoon Baking Soda
- 6 cups Sugar (divided)
- 1 1/2 cups Walnuts or Pecans (chopped)
Instructions
- Grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and set aside.
- In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, melt 2 cups of sugar over low heat, stirring frequently for about 20 minutes until liquefied.
- In a large saucepan, combine the remaining 4 cups of sugar and heavy cream; simmer on low heat.
- Pour the melted sugar into the cream mixture while stirring continuously.
- Increase heat to medium and cook until reaching 244°F (softball stage).
- Remove from heat and stir in baking soda, butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Let the mixture rest for about 20 minutes before stirring in chopped nuts.
- Transfer to the greased baking dish and cool for 1-2 hours before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg