Description
Delightful candied pecans that offer a sweet, nutty richness perfect for snacking or as toppings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pecan halves
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the pecans and stir to coat them in butter.
- Sprinkle in the sugar, cinnamon, and sea salt, stirring constantly for 5-7 minutes until caramelized.
- Transfer the pecans to the baking sheet, spreading them in a single layer.
- Bake for 10 minutes, tossing once halfway through.
- Remove from the oven and let cool completely before serving.
Notes
Stir frequently while cooking to prevent burning the sugar. Experiment with spices for different flavor profiles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: candied pecans, snacks, holiday treats, desserts, easy recipe