Toasted Butter Glazed Pecans
Golden, fragrant, and irresistibly buttery, Toasted Butter Glazed Pecans are a quick and decadent snack or topping that’s bursting with flavor. In just 15 minutes, raw pecan halves are lovingly enveloped in a luscious glaze of melted unsalted butter, light brown sugar, pure maple syrup, and a hint of vanilla. A dusting of ground cinnamon and a pinch of kosher salt add the perfect balance of warmth and savoriness. Toasted to perfection in a skillet, these pecans develop a delightful crunch while locking in their sweet, caramelized exterior. Perfect as a snack, salad topper, or dessert garnish, this easy recipe is a crowd-pleaser that will elevate any dish or occasion. Indulge in the irresistible combination of buttery richness and toasted nuttiness in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups raw pecan halves
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons kosher salt
Instructions
Preheat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
Add the unsalted butter to the skillet and allow it to melt completely.
Stir in the light brown sugar, pure maple syrup, and vanilla extract, stirring constantly until the mixture is smooth and bubbling slightly, about 1-2 minutes.
Sprinkle in the ground cinnamon and kosher salt, stirring to combine.
Add the raw pecan halves to the skillet and stir to coat them completely in the butter glaze.
Cook the pecans, stirring frequently, for 5-7 minutes or until they become fragrant and slightly toasted. Be careful not to let the glaze burn.
Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the glazed pecans onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to cool completely. Spread them out into a single layer to prevent sticking.
Once cooled, the toasted butter glazed pecans are ready to enjoy as a snack or topping!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2018 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 196.0 g | 251% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.4 g | 177% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 93 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 162 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 67.5 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.7 g | 88% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.6 g | ||
| Protein | 24.4 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 207 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1011 mg | 22% | |
*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.
