Description
Candied Pecans are a delightful blend of sweet and crunchy goodness, perfect for snacking or elevating your salads and desserts. Coated in a rich mix of sugars, butter, and cinnamon, these irresistible treats evoke warmth and nostalgia, making them a favorite at holiday gatherings and an everyday indulgence. With their perfect balance of flavors, these pecans will have your taste buds dancing with joy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups pecans
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a saucepan over low heat, combine granulated sugar, brown sugar, butter, cinnamon, and salt. Stir until melted and smooth.
- Add the pecans to the saucepan, stirring until well coated.
- Spread the coated pecans evenly on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes until fragrant.
- Allow to cool completely on the baking sheet before transferring to a serving bowl.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz (28g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg