Description
Delicious and easy-to-make candied pecans coated with a sweet cinnamon sugar mixture and baked to a perfect crisp. A delightful treat perfect for snacking, topping salads, or adding to desserts.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 large egg white
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 3 cups pecan halves
- 2 tablespoons butter (melted)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 300˚F (150˚C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ease clean-up.
- Mix Egg White and Spices: In a large bowl, beat the egg white until it becomes foamy. Then add the granulated sugar, cinnamon, and salt, stirring well until fully combined.
- Coat Pecans: Add the pecan halves to the egg mixture and gently fold them in until all pecans are evenly coated with the mixture. Next, pour in the melted butter and toss again to ensure all nuts are well covered.
- Bake the Pecans: Spread the coated pecans in an even single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even baking.
- Cool and Serve: Once baked, remove the pecans from the oven and allow them to cool completely on the baking sheet until they become crisp. Serve as a snack or use as a topping.
Notes
- For extra crunch, ensure the pecans are spread in a single, even layer during baking.
- Store cooled candied pecans in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.
- You can adjust the cinnamon and sugar amounts based on your preferred level of sweetness and spice.
- Adding a pinch of cayenne pepper can add a nice subtle heat if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Candied pecans, cinnamon pecans, sweet pecan snack, baked pecans, holiday nuts
