Description
Quick and easy candied pecans with a perfectly balanced sweet and crunchy coating. Made from simple pantry ingredients, these candied nuts can be enjoyed as a snack, salad topping, or dessert garnish with customizable flavors and minimal prep time.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 cup pecans (fresh or toasted)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare Your Ingredients: Gather and measure all your ingredients before starting to ensure a smooth cooking process without missing any components.
- Melt Butter and Sugar: Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat, add butter and sugar, and stir continuously until the sugar dissolves and the mixture becomes bubbly and caramel-like.
- Add Spices and Pecans: Sprinkle in cinnamon and salt, then add the pecans. Stir quickly and evenly to coat all nuts with the sugar mixture, careful to avoid burning.
- Spread and Cool: Transfer the coated pecans onto a parchment-lined baking sheet or silicone mat in a single layer. Let them cool completely until they harden into a crunchy texture.
- Store or Serve: Break apart any clumps once cooled, then enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container for later use.
Notes
- Use a non-stick pan to prevent sticking and burning of the sugar mixture.
- Stir constantly while cooking for an even coating and to avoid burning.
- Do not overcrowd the pan; give pecans enough space to toast evenly.
- Cool the pecans on parchment paper to easily separate them once hardened.
- Add vanilla extract at the end to preserve its fresh flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Stovetop
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (28g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: candied pecans, sweet nuts, quick snack, crunchy pecans, easy candied nuts
