Candied mixed nuts will make a great foodie gift and tasty snack for people who love nuts. Just wrap in some nice sealed container or use cellophane and pretty ribbon.
1/2 cup maple syrup
1/2 cup organic coconut sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 cup walnuts
1 cup almonds
1 cup pecans
1. Line 2 cookie sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
2. In a heavy saucepan, bring maple syrup and coconut sugar to a boil. Stir often to ensure coconut sugar is dissolved.
3. Whisk in cinnamon. Remove from heat and stir in nuts.
4. Pour mixture evenly onto 2 parchment paper lined cookie sheets.
5. Bake at 350 degrees F (180 degrees C) for about 10 to 12 minutes. Mixture will buble up.
6. When done, remove from oven and let cool completely.
7. Break candy into pieces and store in sealed container in cold place.
Tip:
If you plan to make candied nuts as a foodie gift, check in advance and be sure you know the specific allergies of your gift recipient.