Spiced Orange Pecans
Indulge in the irresistible combination of sweet, citrusy, and warm spice with these homemade Spiced Orange Pecans. Perfect for snacking, gifting, or elevating a holiday spread, this recipe takes buttery pecans and coats them in a luscious blend of orange zest, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, creating a fragrant, caramelized treat. With just 10 minutes of prep and a quick bake time, these spiced nuts are easy to make and delightfully versatile—serve them as a topping for salads, desserts, or enjoy them on their own. Plus, they store beautifully, making them a convenient make-ahead option for festive occasions. Your kitchen will be filled with the cozy aroma of citrus and spices as these golden, toasty pecans come to life!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Pecan halves
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon Orange zest
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.125 teaspoon Ground cloves
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat for easy cleanup.
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Stir in the sugar, orange zest, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt until fully combined.
Add the pecan halves to the saucepan and toss them gently to coat evenly with the spiced orange mixture.
Spread the coated pecans in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet to ensure even toasting.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, stirring the pecans halfway through to prevent burning and ensure even coating.
Remove the pecans from the oven when they are fragrant and golden brown. Let them cool completely on the baking sheet; they will crisp up as they cool.
Once fully cooled, transfer the spiced orange pecans to an airtight container for storage. They will stay fresh for up to two weeks at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1983 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 187.7 g | 241% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.4 g | 142% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 595 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 87.1 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.7 g | 88% | |
| Total Sugars | 59.4 g | ||
| Protein | 21.4 g | 43% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 205 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 982 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.
