How to Make Candied Pecans

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  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    10 mins

  • Additional Time

    20 mins

  • Total Time

    50 mins

  • Servings

    12 servings

  • Calories

    206 kcal

  • Course

    Snacks, Others

  • Cuisine

    American

How to Make Candied Pecans

Learn how to make homemade candied pecans with egg whites, cinnamon, and sugar for a crunchy, caramelized treat.

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Ingredients

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  • 1 large egg white
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 3 cups pecan halves
  • 2 tablespoons butter melted
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Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 300˚F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, beat the egg white until foamy. Add sugar, cinnamon and salt, and stir until well combined. Add the pecans and fold into the egg mixture until they are evenly coated, then add the melted butter and toss to coat.
  3. Spread the nuts into an even layer on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through. Remove from the oven and let cool until crisp.

Notes

  • Storage: Store candied pecans in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week, the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks, and the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature for a few hours. 
  • Tips: 
  • Use room-temperature egg white. Bring the egg white to room temperature before beating it. It will whip up better and create a smoother coating on the pecans.
  • Bring the egg white to room temperature before beating it. It will whip up better and create a smoother coating on the pecans.
  • Coat evenly. Ensure the egg white mixture coats the pecans well to get an even coating with the perfect balance of sweetness and spiciness in every bite.
  • Ensure the egg white mixture coats the pecans well to get an even coating with the perfect balance of sweetness and spiciness in every bite.
  • Use parchment paper. Line the baking sheet with a piece of parchment paper to make clean up a breeze.
  • Line the baking sheet with a piece of parchment paper to make clean up a breeze.
  • Keep an eye on the candied pecans. Ovens vary, so watch the pecans closely towards the end of the baking time to prevent over-browning. They can go from perfectly caramelized to burnt quickly.
  • Ovens vary, so watch the pecans closely towards the end of the baking time to prevent over-browning. They can go from perfectly caramelized to burnt quickly.
  • Cool completely. Let the candied pecans cool completely on the baking sheet before breaking them up and storing them. They will continue to harden as they cool, so don't rush this step.
  • Let the candied pecans cool completely on the baking sheet before breaking them up and storing them. They will continue to harden as they cool, so don't rush this step.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 206kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 8g (3%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 20g (31%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Polyunsaturated Fat 5g Monounsaturated Fat 11g Trans Fat 0.1g Cholesterol 5mg (2%) Sodium 68mg (3%) Potassium 108mg (3%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 5g (10%) Vitamin A 73IU (1%) Vitamin C 0.3mg (0%) Calcium 21mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 206 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 206kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 8g 3%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 20g 31%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5g 29%
Monounsaturated Fat 11g 55%
Trans Fat 0.1g 5%
Cholesterol 5mg 2%
Sodium 68mg 3%
Potassium 108mg 2%
Fiber 3g 12%
Sugar 5g 10%
Vitamin A 73IU 1%
Vitamin C 0.3mg 0%
Calcium 21mg 2%
Iron 1mg 6%

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

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