Description
Oklahoma Nut Candy is a nostalgic treat that combines rich, creamy flavors with crunchy nuts, making it the perfect dessert for any occasion. Whether you’re celebrating a holiday, hosting a party, or simply enjoying a sweet snack at home, this candy delights everyone. The recipe is easy to follow and allows for customization, so you can switch between walnuts and pecans based on your preference. With its melt-in-your-mouth texture and irresistible taste, Oklahoma Nut Candy is also ideal for gifting—simply package it in decorative boxes for a thoughtful homemade gift that friends and family will cherish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups Heavy Cream
- 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 6 cups Sugar (divided)
- 1/4 teaspoon Baking Soda
- 1 1/2 cups Chopped Walnuts or Pecans
Instructions
- Lightly grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, melt 2 cups of sugar over low heat, stirring frequently for about 20 minutes until fully liquefied.
- In a large saucepan, combine the remaining 4 cups of sugar and heavy cream and simmer on low heat.
- Once the first portion of sugar is melted, pour it into the cream mixture while stirring continuously.
- Increase heat to medium and cook until the mixture reaches 244°F (softball stage).
- Remove from heat and stir in baking soda until fully blended.
- Add butter and vanilla extract; stir until smooth.
- Let the mixture cool for 20 minutes before mixing in chopped nuts.
- Pour into the prepared baking dish and let cool for 1-2 hours before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: <1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg