Candied Pecans

4.4 Stars (40 Reviews)

Yield: 16 servings

prep time: 10

cook time: 45

total time: 55

A ridiculously crunchy Easy Candied Pecans Recipe for a sweet and salty treat with just a hint of heat. The perfect snack, salad topper, or edible gift!

Equipment

Ingredients

½ c. granulated sugar
½ c. light brown sugar
2 tsp. cinnamon
½ tsp. cayenne pepper
1 tsp. kosher salt
1 large egg white
1 T. pure vanilla extract
1 lb. pecan halves

Instructions

Preheat oven to 300° F. Line large rimmed pan with parchment paper sheet and set aside.
In a medium bowl, whisk together granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, cayenne, and salt.
In a large bowl, vigorously whisk egg white and vanilla until light and frothy.
Add pecans to whisked egg white mixture, folding gently until pecans are completely coated.
Pour sugar mixture over coated pecans and fold gently until all the mixture is adhered to the pecans.
Spread coated pecans in an even layer on prepared baking pan.
Bake, stirring every 15 minutes, until pecans are fragrant and evenly browned, about 45 minutes total.
Remove from oven and let cool completely.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. Store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 months.
Serve as a snack or sprinkled over your favorite salads - these candied pecans are PERFECT with this Strawberry Salad!

Notes

adapted from allrecipes.com

Nutrition Information:

Serving: 1 Calories: 249kcal Carbohydrates: 16g Protein: 3g Fat: 21g Saturated Fat: 2g Polyunsaturated Fat: 18g Cholesterol: 12mg Sodium: 152mg Fiber: 3g Sugar: 13g

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