Irresistible Cinnamon Sugar Candied Pecans Recipe Easy Homemade Snack
A quick and easy recipe for warm, sweet, and crunchy cinnamon sugar candied pecans that make a perfect homemade snack or salad topping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 35-40 minutes
- Yield: About 1 cup (4 servings) 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup (120g) raw pecan halves
- 3 tablespoons (43g) unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon fine salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat to prevent sticking. Set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, combine 1 cup (120g) raw pecan halves with 3 tablespoons (43g) melted unsalted butter. Stir until all pecans are coated evenly.
- Sprinkle 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon fine salt over the buttered pecans. If using, add 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract now.
- Mix everything thoroughly so the cinnamon sugar evenly coats all the pecans.
- Spread the coated pecans in a single layer on your prepared baking sheet, avoiding overlapping.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, stirring about every 10 minutes to prevent burning and promote even caramelization. Watch closely after 20 minutes.
- Once golden and fragrant, remove from oven and let the pecans cool completely on the baking sheet.
- Break apart any clusters with your fingers once cooled. Store in an airtight container for up to two weeks.
Notes
Use low oven heat (300°F) to prevent sugar burning and stir frequently every 10 minutes to ensure even caramelization. Let pecans cool completely to harden the sugar coating. For dairy-free option, substitute butter with coconut oil. Fresh pecans yield the best flavor and crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1/4 cup (30g)
- Calories: 180200
- Sugar: 67
- Sodium: 50100
- Fat: 1618
- Saturated Fat: 34
- Carbohydrates: 810
- Fiber: 23
- Protein: 23
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