Description
Oklahoma Nut Candy is a delightful dessert that perfectly embodies the spirit of homemade indulgence. This creamy, nutty treat combines rich flavors and a satisfying crunch, making it an excellent choice for holidays, parties, or simply as a sweet snack to enjoy at home. With its smooth texture and customizable nut options, this candy is sure to impress your loved ones and evoke nostalgia with every bite. Easy to make, this classic recipe invites both novice and experienced cooks to create a confection that’s perfect for sharing or gifting.
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 chopped walnuts or pecans
Instructions
- Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish and set aside.
- In a heavy saucepan, melt 2 cups of sugar over low heat, stirring frequently for about 20 minutes until liquefied.
- In a large saucepan, combine the remaining sugar (4 cups) and heavy cream; simmer on low heat until well mixed.
- Pour the melted sugar into the cream mixture while stirring continuously.
- Increase heat to medium and cook until it reaches 244°F (softball stage) on a candy thermometer.
- Remove from heat, stir in baking soda, unsalted butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Let the mixture rest for about 20 minutes before mixing in nuts.
- Transfer to the prepared baking dish and cool for 1-2 hours before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (40g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg