Candied Pecans
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Candied Pecans
Description
This recipe uses pecan halves coated in a mixture of granulated and light brown sugar combined with cinnamon and salt for a balanced sweet and spicy seasoning. The egg white and water whisked to frothy consistency act as a sticky base to help the sugar mixture adhere evenly to each nut. Baking at 300 degrees encourages slow caramelization without burning, while stirring halfway through ensures even cooking and coating.
The finished candied pecans cool to a firm coating that is crisp to the bite. Using pecan halves rather than pieces helps ensure even baking and consistent texture, avoiding uneven cooking from smaller nuts. If any nuts stick together upon cooling, they can be gently separated while still warm.
Candied pecans are versatile for snacking or as an addition to cheese boards, salads, and desserts, enhancing dishes with their sweet crunch and warm cinnamon aroma. Storing them in an airtight container maintains freshness and texture over time.
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar packed
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 egg white
- 1 teaspoon water
- 8 ounces pecan halves
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 300 degrees. Line a sheet pan with a silicon baking mat or parchment paper.
- Place the granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon and salt in a small bowl. Mix until thoroughly combined.
- In a large bowl, whisk the egg white with the water until the mixture is frothy. Pour the pecans into the egg white mixture and toss to coat. Pour in the cinnamon sugar mixture and stir until nuts are thoroughly coated in the sugar.
- Place the nuts in a single layer on the sheet pan.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, stirring halfway through the baking time, until the coating on the nuts has hardened.
- Cool completely and store in an airtight container until ready for use.
Notes
- Use pecan halves rather than pieces for even baking and consistent texture.
- Remove any small pecan pieces before baking to prevent burning.
- Spread pecans in a single layer on the baking sheet to avoid sticking together during baking.
- If nuts stick together after baking, separate them gently while still warm.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 8servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 253 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 253kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 19g | 6% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 20g | 31% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Sodium | 151mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 14g | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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