Orange Chipotle Spiced Pecan Mix
Elevate your snacking game with this irresistible Orange Chipotle Spiced Pecan Mix! This sweet, smoky, and zesty recipe combines toasted pecans with a bold blend of orange zest, chipotle chili powder, cinnamon, and just a kick of cayenne pepper for the perfect balance of flavor. Cloaked in a luscious glaze of honey, brown sugar, butter, and vanilla, these pecans are roasted to golden perfection, creating a crunchy, caramelized treat that's as addictive as it is unique. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy snack is ideal for entertaining, gifting, or simply indulging yourself. Whether served as a holiday appetizer, salad topping, or on their own, these spiced pecans are a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Pecans
- 1 tablespoon Orange zest
- 1 teaspoon Chipotle chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
- 0.5 teaspoon Vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the brown sugar, honey, butter, and vanilla extract. Stir until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is smooth, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the pecans with orange zest, chipotle chili powder, ground cinnamon, cayenne pepper, and salt. Toss to coat evenly.
Pour the warm sugar mixture over the pecans and stir well until the nuts are fully coated.
Spread the pecans in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the oven for 12-15 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the pecans are golden and fragrant.
Remove from the oven and let cool completely on the baking sheet. The pecans will harden as they cool.
Transfer the cooled pecan mix to an airtight container for storage or serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1710 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 156.6 g | 201% | |
| Saturated Fat | 19.4 g | 97% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 43.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 31 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 1328 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 86.0 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.5 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 61.1 g | ||
| Protein | 19.5 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 189 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 968 mg | 21% | |
*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.
