Description

Oklahoma Nut Candy is a heavenly dessert that perfectly marries the rich creaminess of butter and heavy cream with the satisfying crunch of nuts. This delightful treat is ideal for any occasion, be it holiday celebrations, parties, or simply indulging at home. With just a handful of ingredients, you can whip up this easy-to-make confection that promises to impress your family and friends. Choose between walnuts or pecans to customize your candy and enjoy its delectable flavor and texture in every bite. Serve it on a platter for guests, pair it with coffee for a sweet afternoon break, or crumble it over ice cream for an irresistible dessert topping.

Ingredients

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2 cups Heavy Cream
1/2 cup Unsalted Butter
6 cups Sugar (divided)
1 1/2 cups Walnuts or Pecans (chopped)
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
1/4 teaspoon Baking Soda

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Instructions

Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, melt 2 cups of sugar over low heat, stirring frequently until liquefied (about 20 minutes).
In a large saucepan, combine the remaining sugar with the heavy cream and simmer on low heat.
Once the first batch of sugar is melted, pour it into the creamy mixture while stirring continuously.
Increase heat to medium until the mixture reaches 244°F (softball stage).
Stir in baking soda off the heat, then add butter and vanilla extract until smooth.
Let rest for about 20 minutes before stirring in nuts.
Transfer to the greased baking dish and cool completely before slicing.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 171
Sugar: 25g
Sodium: 15mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 24g
Fiber: 0g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 16mg