Spiced Pecans
Elevate your snack game with these irresistible Spiced Pecans, a perfect blend of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors. Made with raw pecan halves tossed in a luscious mixture of melted butter, brown sugar, maple syrup, and warming spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, these pecans are baked to golden perfection for a satisfying crunch. A hint of cayenne pepper adds a gentle heat that balances the sweetness beautifully, while kosher salt enhances the nutty flavor. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy recipe makes for a delicious party appetizer, salad topping, or holiday gift. Perfectly crisp and bursting with flavor, these homemade candied nuts are a crowd-pleaser you won’t be able to resist!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups raw pecan halves
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter. Stir in the brown sugar, maple syrup, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, cayenne pepper, and kosher salt until the mixture is fully combined and smooth.
Place the raw pecan halves in a large mixing bowl. Pour the spiced butter mixture over the pecans and toss to coat them evenly.
Spread the coated pecans out in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake the pecans in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, stirring once halfway through to ensure even coating and baking.
Remove the pecans from the oven and allow them to cool on the baking sheet. They will crisp up as they cool.
Once completely cooled, transfer the spiced pecans to an airtight container or resealable bag for storage. Store at room temperature for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1902 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 184.3 g | 236% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.5 g | 142% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 306 mg | 13% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.5 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.6 g | 91% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.8 g | ||
| Protein | 24.4 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 209 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 981 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.
