Candied Pecans Recipe (How to Make Praline Pecans)
Indulge in the irresistible crunch of homemade candied pecans with this simple yet delightful recipe. Perfect for snacking, adding to salads, or as a topping for desserts, these sweet and spiced nuts are a versatile treat that everyone will love. With just a few basic ingredients and easy-to-follow instructions, you can create a delicious batch of praline pecans that are sure to impress at any gathering or serve as a thoughtful gift. The warm aroma of cinnamon and sugar will fill your kitchen as they bake to perfection. Whether enjoyed on their own or sprinkled over your favorite dishes, these candied pecans are destined to become a staple in your culinary repertoire.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
- Yield: About 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup sugar
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 egg white
- 2 tsp water
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 lb pecan halves (about 4 cups)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 250°F and line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a small bowl, combine sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk egg white, water, and vanilla extract until frothy.
- Add pecan halves to the egg white mixture and stir until fully coated.
- Sprinkle the sugar mixture over the coated pecans and mix gently until evenly covered.
- Spread the pecans in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and bake for about 1 hour, stirring every 20 minutes.
- Allow them to cool completely before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz (28g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg