Description
Delightful cinnamon sugar candied pecans that are an effortless holiday treat, perfect for gifting or enjoying yourself.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pecans
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Combine sugar, cinnamon, salt, and water in a saucepan over medium heat, stirring until sugar dissolves.
- Add the pecans and vanilla extract, stirring to coat them evenly.
- Continue to cook for about 3-5 minutes until syrupy and fragrant.
- Spread the coated pecans in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden brown and fragrant.
- Allow the pecans to cool completely before serving or packaging as gifts.
Notes
These pecans can be made in advance and stored in an airtight container. Try using brown sugar for a deeper flavor or adjust spices for a personal touch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg