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Healthy Paleo Candied Pecans

These healthy paleo candied pecans are the perfect combination of sweet, savory, and crunchy! Plus they only take minutes to make!

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
13 mins
Servings: 8
Calories: 209 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 cups pecans
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/3 cup pure maple syrup

Instructions

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  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  2. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine maple syrup, cinnamon and vanilla. Whisk well.
  3. Place the pecans in a separate large bowl.
  4. Pour the maple syrup mixture over the pecans and toss to coat.
  5. Line a baking tray with parchment paper and spread the pecans on the tray until they are all laying flat.
  6. Bake for 6 minutes.
  7. Remove from oven, stir the pecans (making sure they are laying flat again) and bake for 2-3 more minutes.
  8. Allow to cool on the pan for 30 minutes and the coating will harden to a perfectly sweet and crunchy exterior!

Notes

  • Serving size = 1/4 cup
  • Note: Nutrition information is a rough estimate only; actual values will vary based on the exact ingredients used and amount of recipe prepared.

Nutrition Information

Calories 209kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 12g (4%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 17g (26%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 1mg (0%) Potassium 131mg (4%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 9g (18%) Vitamin A 15IU (0%) Vitamin C 0.2mg (0%) Calcium 34mg (3%) Iron 0.6mg (3%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 209

% Daily Value*

Calories 209kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 12g 4%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 17g 26%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 1mg 0%
Potassium 131mg 3%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 9g 18%
Vitamin A 15IU 0%
Vitamin C 0.2mg 0%
Calcium 34mg 3%
Iron 0.6mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.