Easy Honey Nut Chews
Easy Honey Nut Chews
Ingredients
For the Chews
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 cups mixed nuts, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- 1
Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides to easily lift the chews later. Lightly grease the parchment paper with butter or cooking spray.
⏱️ 2 min
- 2
In a medium saucepan, combine the honey, granulated sugar, and unsalted butter. Place over medium heat.
⏱️ 2 min
- 3
Bring the mixture to a rolling boil, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar. Once boiling, continue to cook for 5 minutes without stirring. The mixture should reach a soft-ball stage (235-240°F / 113-116°C) if using a candy thermometer.
⏱️ 5 min
- 4
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Immediately stir in the finely chopped mixed nuts, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
⏱️ 2 min
- 5
Pour the hot mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan. Use a greased spatula or the back of a spoon to spread it out smoothly.
⏱️ 1 min
- 6
Allow the chews to cool completely at room temperature for at least 1 hour, or until firm. You can also refrigerate for 30 minutes to speed up the setting process.
⏱️ 60 min
- 7
Once firm, use the parchment paper overhangs to lift the slab of chews from the pan. Place it on a cutting board and cut into 1-inch squares or desired shapes using a sharp, greased knife.
⏱️ 3 min
- 8
Dust the cut chews generously with powdered sugar to prevent sticking and add a final touch of sweetness. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
⏱️ 1 min
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Easy Honey Nut Chews
Ingredients
For the Chews
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 1/2 cups mixed nuts, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- 1
Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides to easily lift the chews later. Lightly grease the parchment paper with butter or cooking spray.
⏱️ 2 min - 2
In a medium saucepan, combine the honey, granulated sugar, and unsalted butter. Place over medium heat.
⏱️ 2 min - 3
Bring the mixture to a rolling boil, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar. Once boiling, continue to cook for 5 minutes without stirring. The mixture should reach a soft-ball stage (235-240°F / 113-116°C) if using a candy thermometer.
⏱️ 5 min - 4
Remove the saucepan from the heat. Immediately stir in the finely chopped mixed nuts, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
⏱️ 2 min - 5
Pour the hot mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan. Use a greased spatula or the back of a spoon to spread it out smoothly.
⏱️ 1 min - 6
Allow the chews to cool completely at room temperature for at least 1 hour, or until firm. You can also refrigerate for 30 minutes to speed up the setting process.
⏱️ 60 min - 7
Once firm, use the parchment paper overhangs to lift the slab of chews from the pan. Place it on a cutting board and cut into 1-inch squares or desired shapes using a sharp, greased knife.
⏱️ 3 min - 8
Dust the cut chews generously with powdered sugar to prevent sticking and add a final touch of sweetness. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
⏱️ 1 min