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4.34 from 9 votes

Candied Pecans

These candied pecans are crunchy, sweet and perfect as a healthy snack or a condiment for all your favorite food creations.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Course: Side Dish, snacks
Cuisine: American
Servings: 2 Cups
Calories: 1098kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Oven

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Pecan halves
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar packed
  • 1/4 cup Water
  • 1/4 cup Maple Syrup
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 1/4 tsp Salt

Instructions

  • Prepare Baking Sheet: Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Set aside.
  • Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine granulated sugar, brown sugar, water, and maple syrup. Stir together until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  • Add Flavors: Stir in cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix well until all ingredients are incorporated and the mixture has a smooth texture.
  • Coat the Pecans: Add the pecan halves to the bowl. Toss well to ensure that each pecan is thoroughly coated with the syrup mixture.
  • Bake: Using a slotted spoon, transfer the coated pecans to the prepared baking sheet, spreading them out in a single layer. Make sure to leave space between each pecan to prevent them from sticking together as they cook.
  • Dry the Pecans: Place the baking sheet in a preheated oven at 300°F (150°C). Bake for about 25-30 minutes, stirring on the pan once or twice, ensuring the pecans are evenly coated and toasted.
  • Cool and Serve: Once baked, remove the pecans from the oven and let them cool completely on the baking sheet. They will become crunchier as they cool.

Notes

Storage Instructions:
  • The candied pecans should stay fresh for weeks when you transfer it to an airtight container.
  • If the pecans seem to have lost their crunch factor, you can pop them back in the oven again for a few minutes and then allow them to cool down completely- they'll be nice and crunchy once again.
Reheating Instructions:
  • These candied pecans don't need to be reheated. You can enjoy them at room temperature! 
Other FAQ Suggestions:
  • What Else Can I Add to the Candy Mixture? You can also add some cayenne pepper, pumpkin pie spice, orange zest or fine sea salt into it, based on what you prefer.
  • What Other Nuts Can I Candy in a Similar Way? You can make candied hazelnuts, walnuts, cashew nuts and even almonds!
  • How Do I Use the Candied Pecans? I like adding them to salads that need a bit of crunch or on a simple scoop of vanilla ice cream to jazz it up.