Description
This delicious recipe for Slow Cooker Candied Mixed Nuts combines a variety of nuts coated in a sweet vanilla and cinnamon sugar mixture, slow-cooked to perfection. Ideal for snacking or gifting, these nuts offer a crunchy, sweet, and aromatic treat that comes together easily in your slow cooker.
Ingredients
Scale
Wet Ingredients
- 2 egg whites
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Nuts
- 2 cups pecan halves
- 1 cup almonds
- 1 cup peanuts
- 1 cup cashews
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups brown sugar
- 1 ½ cups white sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
Other
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Prepare the Slow Cooker: Grease the bottom of a 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Mix Wet Ingredients and Coat Nuts: Whisk together egg whites and vanilla extract until frothy. Add the nuts to the slow cooker and pour the egg mixture over them. Toss thoroughly to coat the nuts evenly with the mixture.
- Add Sugars and Spices: Sprinkle the brown sugar, white sugar, ground cinnamon, and kosher salt over the coated nuts. Mix well, ensuring all nuts are evenly covered with the sugar and spices.
- Slow Cook the Nuts: Cover the slow cooker and cook on the low setting for 2 to 3 hours. Stir the nuts occasionally to prevent them from sticking and to allow even cooking and caramelization.
- Cool the Nuts: Once cooked, spread the nuts out onto a baking sheet in a single layer to cool completely. This step helps the nuts crisp up as they cool.
- Serve or Store: Enjoy the candied nuts immediately or store them in an airtight container until ready to serve to maintain freshness and crunch.
Notes
- Stir occasionally during slow cooking to prevent burning and promote even coating.
- Ensure nuts are spread out fully to cool for best crunchiness.
- Use a 6-quart slow cooker for best results to allow nuts to cook evenly.
- Can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
- Feel free to substitute or add your favorite nuts like walnuts or macadamia nuts.