Sinfully Delicious Pecans
Elevate your snack game with these irresistible Sinfully Delicious Pecans—a perfect balance of sweet, spiced, and buttery flavors that will have everyone reaching for more. Made with crunchy pecans coated in a luscious glaze of melted butter, brown sugar, vanilla, and a warming blend of cinnamon and nutmeg, this recipe is a delightful treat for any occasion. Baked to perfection in just 15 minutes, these glazed pecans feature a crisp, caramelized exterior that's as addictive as it is satisfying. Whether you serve them as a holiday appetizer, sprinkle them over salads, or enjoy them as a grab-and-go snack, these gourmet candied pecans are sure to impress. Easily prepared with pantry staples, this quick and easy recipe is your gateway to heavenly snacking. Perfect for gifting or indulging!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Pecans
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 cup Brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Once melted, add the brown sugar, water, vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and salt.
Stir the mixture constantly with a wooden spoon or whisk until the brown sugar has fully dissolved and the mixture begins to bubble gently. This should take about 3–4 minutes.
Reduce the heat to low and add the pecans to the saucepan. Stir the pecans to ensure they are evenly coated with the buttery sugar mixture.
Continue stirring the pecans over low heat for about 2–3 minutes, allowing the glaze to slightly thicken and cling to the pecans.
Transfer the coated pecans to the prepared baking sheet, spreading them out in an even layer to prevent clumping.
Bake the pecans in the preheated oven for 10–12 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even baking and prevent burning.
Remove the pecans from the oven and allow them to cool completely on the baking sheet. The glaze will harden as they cool, creating a delicious crunchy coating.
Once cooled, transfer the pecans to an airtight container for storage or serve immediately. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2562 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 192.3 g | 247% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.4 g | 202% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 43.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 124 mg | 41% | |
| Sodium | 650 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 230.7 g | 84% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.7 g | 74% | |
| Total Sugars | 208.6 g | ||
| Protein | 18.9 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 382 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1054 mg | 22% | |
*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.
