Spicy Pecans
Add a bold and irresistible kick to your snack game with these Spicy Pecans, the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy in every crunchy bite. Coated in a buttery glaze made with brown sugar, maple syrup, and smoky spices like cayenne, cinnamon, and paprika, these roasted pecans are irresistibly caramelized and packed with flavor. Quick and easy to prepare, they bake to perfection in just 15 minutes, making them an ideal appetizer, salad topping, or party snack. Perfectly giftable for the holidays or a hit at your next gathering, these addictive spiced nuts are sure to delight your taste buds while leaving guests begging for the recipe!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Raw pecan halves
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Maple syrup
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons Kosher salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
In a medium-sized saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar, maple syrup, cayenne pepper, cinnamon, smoked paprika, and kosher salt until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
Add the pecan halves to the saucepan and toss them in the spicy glaze until evenly coated.
Spread the glazed pecans in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake the pecans for 12-15 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even toasting. Keep a close eye on them during the last couple of minutes to avoid burning.
Remove the pecans from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for about 10 minutes. They will harden as they cool.
Once completely cooled, transfer the pecans to an airtight container for storage. They can be kept at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1900 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| 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 | 65.1 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.3 g | 90% | |
| Total Sugars | 38.9 g | ||
| Protein | 24.6 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 198 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 1009 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.
