Sugar Pecans
Indulge in the irresistible crunch of homemade Sugar Pecans, a crowd-pleasing treat that's perfect for snacking, gifting, or topping your favorite desserts. This easy recipe combines buttery pecan halves with a delectable coating of granulated sugar, cinnamon, and a hint of vanilla for a sweet and aromatic flavor profile. With just 10 minutes of prep time and a simple whisk-and-bake method, these candied pecans deliver maximum flavor with minimal effort. Toasted to golden perfection in the oven and stirred every 10 minutes for even coating, these pecans develop a light, crispy texture that’s utterly addictive. Whether you’re preparing holiday gifts or a snack board centerpiece, Sugar Pecans will win hearts with their sweet, spiced goodness. Store these treats in an airtight container, and they’ll stay deliciously fresh for up to two weeks.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Pecan halves
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 1 large Egg white
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Water
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt. Mix well and set aside.
In a separate medium-sized bowl, whisk the egg white, vanilla extract, and water until the mixture is frothy.
Add the pecan halves to the egg white mixture and stir to coat all the pecans evenly.
Sprinkle the sugar mixture over the pecans and toss until all the pecans are thoroughly coated.
Spread the coated pecans in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, stirring the pecans every 10 minutes to ensure they cook evenly.
Remove the pecans from the oven and let them cool completely on the baking sheet. They will crisp up as they cool.
Store the sugar pecans in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1597 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 163.2 g | 209% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.4 g | 72% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 645 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 33.3 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.6 g | 77% | |
| Total Sugars | 9.6 g | ||
| Protein | 24.3 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 163 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 991 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.
