Intro

*This post is in partnership with California Walnuts. I am thrilled to be working with them on a series of posts that will be popping up here throughout the next year. I can not wait to share with you all sorts of walnut-laced recipes. Thank you so much for supporting the brands that support the work I do in this space. I am so fortunate to work with some amazing companies.

You guys, I’ve done it. I have fallen victim to the pumpkin spice craze. But here me out. Well, I guess I don’t really have much of a case except that I love it. The warmth that comes from a blend of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg and clove is exactly what I want in everything right now. Yes, I’ll drink it in my coffee. Absolutely I’ll have it in my yogurt. You want me to eat it with my cereal? No problem. Totally into it. Should I toss buttery walnuts with a sweet pumpkin spiced coating and then slather in chocolate? The answer is YES! So while I know that pumpkin spice anything is basically internet gold, let me assure you that this pumpkin spice is here for genuine enjoyment.

Our beautiful walnut halves start with a sweetened and spiced frothy egg white mixture. The addition of the egg white gives a crisp, crackly sweetness that I can’t quit. We then toss those warm candied walnuts in melted bittersweet chocolate then shower flake salt over top. Because that’s who we are.

The season of giving and gathering is among and these are perfect for such occasions. A large batch of these addictive sweets is thrown together quite quickly and make the perfect hostess gift for all those holiday shindigs right around the corner. Tuck a few in a pretty bag or jar with a ribbon and then be the favored guest at all the parties. Just be sure to save plenty for yourself because self-care is important too.