Glazed Pecans
Indulge in the irresistible sweetness and crunch of homemade Glazed Pecans—an easy and quick recipe that transforms simple pecan halves into a decadent snack or topping. In just 15 minutes, these buttery, caramelized nuts are coated in a luscious glaze made with rich brown sugar, fragrant cinnamon, and a touch of vanilla for depth. Perfectly balanced with a hint of kosher salt, these pecans achieve a delightful harmony of sweet and savory. Whether you're serving them as a festive appetizer, adding them to salads, or simply snacking on them straight from the jar, this versatile recipe will quickly become a favorite. Plus, they store beautifully, making them a fantastic make-ahead treat or edible gift.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups pecan halves
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoons kosher salt
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Preheat a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
Add the unsalted butter to the skillet and let it melt completely.
Stir in the light brown sugar, cinnamon, vanilla extract, kosher salt, and water. Mix until the sugar dissolves and the mixture becomes smooth and bubbly, about 1-2 minutes.
Add the pecan halves to the skillet and toss them in the glaze until fully coated.
Lower the heat slightly and continue to cook the pecans, stirring regularly, for about 5-7 minutes until the glaze thickens and the pecans are evenly coated.
Remove the skillet from the heat and transfer the glazed pecans to a sheet of parchment paper in a single layer. Allow them to cool completely; they will crisp up as they cool.
Once cooled, store the glazed pecans in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week or enjoy immediately!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2547 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 187.2 g | 240% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.4 g | 142% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 209 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 229.8 g | 84% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.3 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 203.4 g | ||
| Protein | 21.3 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 347 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 1215 mg | 26% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
