Candied Pecans

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Pecan halves are coated in a mixture of sugar, salt, and cinnamon, then baked until crispy. Enjoy them as is, or use them to top salads, yogurt, or oatmeal.

serves/makes:

ready in:
30-60 minutes

5 reviews

ingredients

1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 pound pecan halves
1 egg white, at room temperature
1 tablespoon water

directions

Preheat oven to 300 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil.

Combine the sugar, salt, and cinnamon in a small bowl.

In another bowl, beat the egg white and water until frothy. Stir in the pecans and mix until completely coated in the egg white. Stir the sugar mixture into the pecans and mix well.

Spread the pecans out on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Place in the oven and bake for 30 minutes at 300 degrees F.

Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let cool. Break the pecans apart and store in an airtight container.

nutrition data

150 calories, 10 grams fat, 15 grams carbohydrates, 1 grams protein per ounce. This recipe is low in sodium.

reviews & comments

cfannon REVIEW:
November 16, 2022

I reduced sugar by almost one half and increase pecans to 1.5 lbs (about 6 cups) Use 11 x 17 sheet pan lined with parchment and stir half way through. Makes a great gift at the holidays!
country girll REVIEW:
February 26, 2012

This is the easiest and most yummy way to do them! I like to add them to a crumbled bleu cheese salad!
Amy REVIEW:
November 27, 2009

These are fabulous - and so easy to make! I used whole pecan halves to decorate a sweet potato cheesecake. I made 1/4 recipe and I wish I'd made more - I made them yesterday and the leftovers are already gone!
Sessyducky REVIEW:
December 2, 2007

These are so awesome!!!! I made one batch and they ddint even last a night between 2 people! YUM
jcinkc3 REVIEW:
December 5, 2004

Wonderful, easy snack. Thank goodness for Costco, they sell the huge bags of Pecans I went through 8 cups at last party and everyone always wants recipe

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