Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Oklahoma Nut Candy, a creamy and crunchy treat that combines the rich tastes of butter, heavy cream, and your choice of nuts. This easy-to-make dessert is perfect for holidays, gatherings, or simply as a sweet snack to enjoy at home. The unique texture and decadent flavor make it a crowd-pleaser for any occasion. With customizable ingredients, you can prepare this classic American candy using either walnuts or pecans, catering to your preference. Elevate your dessert game with this irresistible recipe that celebrates regional cuisine and satisfies your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups Heavy Cream
- 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter
- 6 cups Sugar (divided)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 1/4 teaspoon Baking Soda
- 1 1/2 cups Walnuts or Pecans (chopped)
Instructions
- Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, melt 2 cups of sugar over low heat for about 20 minutes.
- In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, combine remaining sugar (4 cups) and heavy cream, simmering on low heat.
- Pour melted sugar into the cream mixture while stirring continuously.
- Increase heat to medium and cook until reaching 244°F (softball stage).
- Remove from heat; stir in baking soda, butter, and vanilla until smooth.
- Allow to rest for 20 minutes before adding chopped nuts.
- Pour into prepared baking dish and let cool for 1-2 hours before slicing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 29g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg