Candied Pecans
Yield: 16 servings
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!
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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