Candied pecans are a sweet and crunchy snack that can be enjoyed on their own or as a topping for salads and desserts. They are made by coating pecans in a sugar and spice mixture before baking them to caramelized perfection.
Ingredients
- 1 cup pecans halved
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar or substitute with brown sugar for richer flavor
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon optional
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, combine the sugar, melted butter, cinnamon, salt, and vanilla extract.
- Add the pecans to the bowl and stir until they are well coated with the sugar mixture.
- Spread the pecans in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the pecans are golden brown and caramelized.
- Allow the pecans to cool completely on the baking sheet. They will become more crunchy as they cool.
- Serve the candied pecans as a snack or use them as a topping for salads and desserts. Store any leftovers in an airtight container.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 2gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 60mgPotassium: 110mgFiber: 2gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 2IUCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg