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Keto Candied Pecans
5 from 30 votes

Keto Candied Pecans

Keto Candied Pecans combine pecan halves coated in a golden, buttery erythritol glaze with a splash of brandy to keep the coating from recrystallizing. The nuts have a crunchy sweetness balanced by the rich butter and subtle brandy notes. Cooling the pecans on parchment ensures the coating firms properly to a crisp texture.

Cook Time
5 mins
Cooling time
5 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings: 25
Calories: 64 kcal
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: British

Ingredients

  • 2 cups pecan halves 200g, room temperature
  • ½ cup erythritol 100g, or any erythritol based 1:1 sugar alternative, golden
  • 2 tablespoon butter salted, 30g
  • ½ tablespoon brandy or vodka ***

Instructions

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  1. Melt the butter in a saucepan over low heat. Add the sweetener and turn up to a medium heat.
  2. Stir until the sweetener has melted fully. The mix should be bubbling and has turned a golden brown.
  3. Take the pot off the heat. Add the Brandy and stir. Then, add the pecans and fold through with a spoon or spatula until they are covered evenly.
  4. Spread the pecans out on a cookie sheet lined with parchment paper. Let cool until firm. This only takes a few minutes.

Notes

  • Use salted butter or add a pinch of salt for balanced flavor if using unsalted butter.
  • Alcohol (brandy or vodka) is added after removing from heat to prevent recrystallization of erythritol; the amount is small enough not to affect taste.
  • Optionally roast pecans before glazing for extra flavor by oven (5-7 minutes at 200C/400F) or dry pan roasting on low heat.
  • Store candied pecans in an airtight container at room temperature; they remain fresh for several weeks.
  • Other sweeteners like xylitol or allulose may require freezing to keep coating firm, as they remain sticky at room temperature.
  • Add 1 teaspoon cinnamon or vanilla extract to the sugar mixture for flavor variations.

Nutrition Information

Serving 4pecan halves Calories 64kcal (3%) Total Carbohydrates 1.1g (0%) Protein 0.7g (1%) Fat 6.6g (10%) Saturated Fat 1.1g (6%) Fiber 0.8g (3%) Sugar 0.3g (1%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 25 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 64

% Daily Value*

Serving 4pecan halves
Calories 64kcal 3%
Total Carbohydrates 1.1g 0%
Protein 0.7g 1%
Fat 6.6g 10%
Saturated Fat 1.1g 6%
Fiber 0.8g 3%
Sugar 0.3g 1%

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