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Easy Candied Pecans
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 178kcal
Candied pecans are an addictively crunchy snack or sweet topping! Add them to salads, cupcakes, cheese boards, and more! Naturally gluten-free and dairy-free.
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Ingredients
- 1 egg white
- 3 tablespoons (45 g) granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon coarse kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 1 cup (130 g) pecan halves Note 1
Equipment
- baking sheet
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 250°F (120°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, or a silicone mat.
- In a medium bowl, mix the sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
- Whisk the egg white and vanilla extract until nice and frothy, about 3-4 minutes. (Make sure the mixture is frothy, as pictured above.)
- Add the chopped pecans to the frothed egg white and mix well.
- Using a slotted spoon, remove the nuts and toss the pecans with the sugar mixture until the nuts are evenly coated.
- Transfer the coated pecans onto a prepared baking sheet and spread them into a single layer.
- Bake the pecans, stirring and checking every 15 minutes, until the nuts are evenly browned and crisp, about 45 minutes.
- Cool completely before storing. If desired, you can chop the candied pecans into smaller pieces for topping.
Notes
Note 1: You can use pecan halves or chopped pecans. For topping desserts, I usually use chopped pecans. For snacking, I use pecan halves. No change in toasting time. Just keep a close eye and stir every 15 minutes.
Storing Tips:
- Store: Candied pecans last for up to three weeks. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place or in the refrigerator.
- Freeze: They freeze well too! Transfer the nuts to a freezer-safe container or zip-top bag and freeze for up to 2 months. If you freeze them too long, you risk freezer burn.
- Store: Candied pecans last for up to three weeks. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place or in the refrigerator.
- Freeze: They freeze well too! Transfer the nuts to a freezer-safe container or zip-top bag and freeze for up to 2 months. If you freeze them too long, you risk freezer burn.
Nutrition
Servings: 28 g
Calories: 178kcal
Carbohydrates: 9g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 16g
Sugar: 7g
Sodium: 105mg