Description
Quick and easy candied pecans coated in a golden, caramelized sugar layer with warm cinnamon and vanilla, perfect for snacking, garnishing desserts and salads, or adding crunch to charcuterie boards. Made from simple pantry staples, customizable in sweetness and flavor, and with a long shelf life when stored properly.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 cup raw pecans
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather and measure all ingredients before starting to make the process faster and easier.
- Melt Butter and Sugar: In a medium skillet or saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt continuously until the sugar dissolves fully and the mixture becomes bubbly.
- Add Pecans and Coat: Immediately add the raw pecans to the sugar mixture and stir continuously to ensure each pecan is evenly coated as the mixture thickens and caramelizes.
- Spread to Cool: Transfer the coated pecans to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat, spreading them into a single layer to prevent clumping and allow even hardening.
- Let Them Set: Allow the pecans to cool completely at room temperature so the coating hardens into a crisp, crunchy shell. Break apart any clusters once cooled and enjoy.
Notes
- Use fresh pecans for the best flavor and crunch.
- Keep stirring constantly during cooking to avoid burning and ensure even coating.
- Allow pecans to cool fully before storing to maintain their crunch.
- Use parchment paper or silicone mats to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Adjust sugar amounts to suit your preferred sweetness level.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: candied pecans, sweet snack, caramelized nuts, crunchy pecans, pecan recipe, easy snack, gluten free snack, salad topping, dessert garnish
