Candied Pecans
A simple yet magical recipe for crunchy candied pecans that can elevate any dish or be enjoyed on their own.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 2 cups 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pecan halves
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar, water, cinnamon, and salt. Stir until sugar dissolves.
- Add the pecans and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring constantly, until the pecans are coated and the mixture is thickened.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
- Spread the pecans on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to cool completely.
- Once cooled, break apart any clusters and store in an airtight container.
Notes
Store candied pecans in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 231
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 54mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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