Paleo Praline Pecans
Indulge in the irresistible crunch of Paleo Praline Pecans, a guilt-free treat that combines wholesome ingredients with classic praline flavor. Perfectly roasted raw pecan halves are coated in a rich glaze made from coconut sugar, coconut oil, and a touch of vanilla, cinnamon, and sea salt for a naturally sweet, caramel-like finish. This easy recipe requires just 10 minutes of prep and a quick bake for golden, aromatic pecans that crisp as they cool. Grain-free, refined sugar-free, and paleo-friendly, these praline pecans are ideal for snacking, gifting, or topping salads and desserts. Delight in this healthier twist on a Southern classic—your taste buds will thank you!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups raw pecan halves
- 1 cup coconut sugar
- 0.25 cup coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the coconut oil and coconut sugar together. Stir continuously until the mixture comes to a gentle simmer.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, and sea salt until well combined.
Add the pecan halves into the saucepan and toss them until they are evenly coated with the sugar-oil mixture.
Spread the pecans out in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they aren't clumped together.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent burning and to coat the pecans more evenly.
Once the pecans are golden and aromatic, remove them from the oven and let them cool completely on the baking sheet. They will become crispy as they cool.
Once cooled, break apart any pieces that have stuck together and store the praline pecans in an airtight container at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2976 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 215.6 g | 276% | |
| Saturated Fat | 60.6 g | 303% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 582 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 271.8 g | 99% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.4 g | 91% | |
| Total Sugars | 244.8 g | ||
| Protein | 24.1 g | 48% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 187 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 11.8 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 941 mg | 20% | |
*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.
