Swedish Nuts
Indulge in the irresistible crunch of Swedish Nuts, a delightful treat that combines perfectly caramelized pecans with a sweet, spiced coating. This quick and easy recipe comes together in just 40 minutes, making it a perfect go-to for holiday gifts, party snacks, or everyday indulgence. The magic starts with whipped egg whites that create a light, glossy coating for the pecans, enhanced with the warm flavors of cinnamon and vanilla. Baked in a buttery base and stirred to golden perfection, these nutty morsels offer a heavenly mix of sweet, salty, and buttery goodness. With just a handful of pantry staples like brown sugar, cinnamon, and pecans, this recipe is as simple as it is satisfying. Serve them as a crunchy topping for salads, ice cream, or enjoy by the handful for a snack that's full of texture and vibrant flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large egg whites
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 stick unsalted butter
- 4 cups pecan halves
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
In a large mixing bowl, whisk the egg whites until foamy. This should take about 1 minute by hand or with a hand mixer on low speed.
Gradually add the granulated sugar, brown sugar, salt, and cinnamon to the egg whites, whisking until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
Stir in the vanilla extract, followed by the pecan halves. Mix well to ensure the pecans are thoroughly coated with the egg white mixture.
In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat. Once melted, pour it onto the prepared baking sheet and spread it evenly over the surface.
Spread the coated pecans onto the buttered baking sheet in a single layer.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, stirring every 10 minutes to evenly coat the pecans with the buttery mixture and prevent sticking.
Once golden brown and crunchy, remove the pecans from the oven and allow them to cool completely on the baking sheet.
Transfer the cooled Swedish Nuts to an airtight container for storage. They can be kept at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4654 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 326.4 g | 418% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.8 g | 144% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 50 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 466.1 g | 169% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 44.6 g | 159% | |
| Total Sugars | 417.7 g | ||
| Protein | 41.7 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 471 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 11.9 mg | 66% | |
| Potassium | 2117 mg | 45% | |
*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.
