Description
A simple and delightful recipe for candied pecans that adds sweetness to salads, desserts, or snacks.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pecans
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, water, and vanilla extract.
- Heat on medium until sugar dissolves.
- Add pecans and stir to coat well.
- Cook on medium-low, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens and pecans are coated, about 10 minutes.
- If using, add cinnamon and stir.
- Spread pecans on a parchment-lined baking sheet to cool.
- Once cooled, break apart and store in an airtight container.
Notes
- For a lower sugar option, consider using a sugar substitute.
- You can substitute walnuts or almonds for pecans.
- Store in a cool, dry place to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ounce
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: candied pecans, sweet snack, easy recipe, pecan recipe