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    Candied Pecans

    November 4, 2020 by Ryan 1 Comment

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    This candied pecans recipe is the perfect combination of sweet and salty, making it a great snack, gift or salad topping.

    candied pecans in white bowl

    If you follow this blog, you may know my wife is a physical therapist. Seeing patients on a daily basis means she randomly will get gifts/bake goods from them as thank yous.

    Last year a patient gave her some pecans coated in sugar which she brought home. After just one bite, I immediately asked for the recipe.

    While it is almost a year later, I hadn't forgotten about this candied pecans recipe. If you want your house to smell absolutely amazing, then just throw these in the oven. They really are great as a snack but be warned... they can be quite addicting.

    Because of this, they are also great as a gift during the holiday season. They really couldn't be easier to make so give this candied pecans recipe a try.

    Jump to:
    • Recipe Ingredients
    • Step-by-Step Instructions
    • Health Benefits of Pecans
    • What to Use the Pecans With?
    • FAQs
    • Pro Tips/Recipe Notes
    • Other Christmas Recipes
    • Candied Pecans

    Recipe Ingredients

    • Granulated and light brown sugar - adds sweetness to the pecans.
    • Cinnamon - gives some warmth
    • Salt - enhances the flavor.
    • Egg - helps bind everything together.
    • Water - thins out the egg slightly.
    • Vanilla extract - more flavor.
    • Pecans - the star of the show.

    Step-by-Step Instructions

    1. Preheat oven to 250°F. Mix sugars, cinnamon and salt in small bowl and set aside.
    2. Whisk egg white, water and vanilla extract in large bowl until frothy.
    3. Toss pecans in the egg mixture.
    4. Add sugar mixture into pecans and toss until everything is coated.
    5. Spread pecans evenly onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
    6. Bake pecans, stirring every 15 minutes, until evenly brown, about 1 hour.
    process shots of how to make candied pecans

    Health Benefits of Pecans

    The health benefits of pecans are endless, so while yes there is sugar in this recipe, you are still getting plenty of vitamins and minerals that promote heart health and increase energy.

    What to Use the Pecans With?

    This candied pecans recipe is great for a snack or adding to other recipes including:

    • Apple Scones
    • Fall Harvest Salad
    • Carrot Cake Cupcakes

    FAQs

    Are Pecans Sweet?

    Pecans have a sweet, rich, buttery flavor and texture which can be attributed to its high levels of monounsaturated oils. By candying these, you increase the sweetness which complements the buttery flavor.

    Are Praline Pecans the Same?

    No. Candied pecans use sugar and an egg white where pralines are pecans coated in a caramel. Glazed pecans use brown sugar, corn syrup and butter.

    How Long Will They Last?

    You can store in an airtight container at room temperature for 1 week, in the fridge for 1 month or in the freezer for 3 months.

    Pro Tips/Recipe Notes

    • Use a combination of granulated and brown sugar to get the right caramelization.
    • If you like a little heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
    • You know the pecans are done when they are evenly brown on all sides.
    candied pecans in white ramekin

    Other Christmas Recipes

    • Peanut Butter Cup Cookies
    • Congo Squares
    • Salted Chocolate Covered Bourbon Caramels
    • Gingerbread Man Cookies
    • Chocolate Peppermint Blossoms

    If you’ve tried this candied pecans recipe or any other recipe on Chisel & Fork, please let me know how it turned out in the comments below! You can also follow me on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest and YouTube to see more tasty meals and anything else I'm up to.

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    5 from 3 votes

    Candied Pecans

    These pecans are the perfect combination of sweet and salty, making it a great snack, gift or salad topping.
    Prep Time10 mins
    Cook Time1 hr
    Total Time1 hr 10 mins
    Course: Snack
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 4 cups
    Calories: 412kcal
    Author: Ryan Beck

    Ingredients

    • ½ cup granulated sugar
    • ½ cup light brown sugar
    • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 1 egg white
    • 1 tablespoon water
    • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
    • 1 lb pecan halves

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 250°F. Mix sugars, cinnamon and salt in small bowl and set aside.
    • Whisk egg white, water and vanilla extract in large bowl until frothy. Toss pecans in the egg mixture. Add sugar mixture into pecans and toss until everything is coated. Spread pecans evenly onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
    • Bake pecans, stirring every 15 minutes, until evenly brown, about 1 hour.

    Notes

    • Use a combination of granulated and brown sugar to get the right caramelization.
    • If you like a little heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper.
    • You know the pecans are done when they are evenly brown on all sides.
    • You can store in an airtight container at room temperature for 1 week, in the fridge for 1 month or in the freezer for 3 months.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1cup | Calories: 412kcal | Carbohydrates: 54g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 22g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 596mg | Potassium: 18mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 50g
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    1. Chris says

      November 19, 2019 at 5:14 pm

      5 stars
      Candied pecans are addicting!

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