Spiced Walnut Brittle
Spiced Walnut Brittle is a sweet and crunchy confection made by caramelizing sugar with butter, then stirring in toasted walnuts and a blend of spices like cinnamon, cardamom, or cayenne. It's a popular treat often associated with holiday baking and homemade gift-giving in many Western countries.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This treat is very high in calories and fat, primarily from the nuts and sugar, with a small amount of plant-based protein from the walnuts. A typical one-ounce serving provides a quick energy boost and some beneficial minerals like magnesium and antioxidants from the walnuts.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 150 kcal |
| Protein | 3 g |
| Carbs | 18 g |
| Fat | 9 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g |
| Sugar | 14 g |
| Sodium | 45 mg |
| Magnesium | 30 mg |
| Phosphorus | 50 mg |
| Zinc | 0.8 mg |
| Copper | 0.3 mg |
| Manganese | 0.5 mg |
| Iron | 0.7 mg |
| Vitamin E | 0.5 mg |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.05 mg |
Per 1 piece (30 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The combination of spicy heat and sweet caramel is a classic flavor contrast that makes the brittle highly addictive. Nutritionally, while it's an indulgence, walnuts are a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, making this a slightly more nutrient-dense candy option.
