Candied Pecans
Candied pecans are crunchy, sweet, and cinnamon-spiced nuts coated in a glossy sugar glaze. They're perfect for snacking, tossing on salads, or gifting during the holidays.
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Servings: 4
Calories: 210kcal
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Whisk or fork
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
- Measuring spoons and cups
- Spatula
Ingredients
- 1 cup white sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt or more to taste
- 1 large egg white
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 pound pecan halves
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix the sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a medium bowl. Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk the egg white and water together until frothy (about 1 minute).
- Add the pecans to the egg white mixture. Stir until the nuts are well-coated.
- Pour in the sugar mix and stir again until every pecan is covered in the sweet coating.
- Spread the pecans in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes to make sure they toast evenly.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet. They’ll get crunchier as they cool!
Nutrition
Calories: 210kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 16g | Sodium: 50mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 15g