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    Home » Snacks » Candied Pecans with Cinnamon Sugar

    PUBLISHED: November 18, 2019 • By Toni Dash 24 Comments

    Candied Pecans with Cinnamon Sugar

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    Candied Pecans

    Candied Pecans are fast and easy to make. Perfect to snack on or add to other recipes for an exciting treat. These are coated with cinnamon sugar for an irresistible flavor.
    Candied Pecans

    Easy Candied Pecans are a delicious treat and so fast to make!

    The brittle coating and soft interior create a wonderful texture.

    These are coated with cinnamon sugar making them a delicious (addictive) snack or addition to salads or dessert toppings.

    Delicious cinnamon flavor make these perfect gift idea or to take as a hostess gift for holiday parties.

    Candied Pecans Ingredients

    The ingredients in this recipe are simple and easy to find at any grocery store!

    • Pecan halves
    • Butter
    • Granulated white sugar
    • Brown sugar
    • ground Cinnamon

    Egg-Free Recipe

    This version of Candied Pecans does not include using egg whites. 

    For those with egg allergies this version is perfect!

    Here are two more options to try:

    Candied Maple Pecans

    Candied Spicy Pecans (does contain egg white)

    raw pecans

    How to Make Candied Pecans – Step-by-Step

    STEP 1: Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.

    STEP 2: Add the pecans and melted butter in a medium-size bowl (photos 1-2). Toss to coat.

    STEP 3: Add the sugars to the bowl (photo 3). Coat pecans evenly (photo 4).

    Candied Pecans recipe steps collage 1

    STEP 4: Spoon coated pecans onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer (photo 5). Bake for 5 minutes.

    STEP 5: Flip the pecans and bake an additional 5 minutes (photo 6).

    STEP 6: Remove from oven and cool completely. 

    NOTE: the pecans will still be soft after cooking. Cooling them fully allows the cinnamon sugar coating to become hard and brittle.

    Candied Pecans recipe steps collage 2

    Chef’s Notes

    When the pecans are done cooking all the sugar may not have dissolved. 

    The pecans will firm as they cool with any undissolved sugar sticking to the pecans.

    How to Store Candied Pecans

    Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.

    Can Candied Pecans be Refrigerated?

    They can but the moisture in the refrigerator can soften them making their texture not as pleasing.

    If kept in the refrigerator they can be kept up to 2-3 weeks.

    Can Candied Pecans be Frozen?

    They can! Once completely cooled, place in a hard-sided airtight container.

    Do not use a freezer bag or the pecans may break apart while in the freezer.

    Store for up to 2 months.

    Candied Pecans in bowl from side view

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    Candied Pecans

    Candied Pecans with Cinnamon Sugar

    Candied Pecans with Cinnamon Sugar are fast and easy to make. The outside coating is crisp and pleasing with a light cinnamon flavor. Great for gifts or toppings.
    5 from 10 votes
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    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: American
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes
    Cooling Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes
    Servings: 6 1/4-cup servings
    Calories: 204kcal
    Author: Toni Dash
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    Ingredients

    • 1 ½ cups Pecan halves
    • 1 Tablespoon Butter melted
    • 1 Tablespoon Granulated sugar
    • 1 Tablespoon Brown sugar
    • ½ teaspoon Cinnamon

    Instructions

    • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicon mat.
    • In a medium bowl add pecans and melted butter. Mix well until the pecans are completely coated.
    • Add both sugars and cinnamon and toss the pecans to coat evenly.
    • Pour the pecans evenly onto the baking sheet making sure they are spread out well in an even layer.
    • Place in the oven for about 5 minutes, then remove and flip them.
    • Bake for an additional 5 minutes.
    • Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely.
    • Store in an airtight container.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 204kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 17mg | Potassium: 101mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 72IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Candied Pecans with Cinnamon Sugar are a fast and easy sweet treat any time!

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    ABOUT THE AUTHOR

    TONI DASH
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    Toni Dash, is a Certified Nutrition Coach and the writer/blogger, photographer, recipe developer and creator of Boulder Locavore®. She has been developing easy to make, well-tested recipes since 2010. Her seasonal recipes bring excitement to the dining table for both gluten-free and gluten diners. Toni has been featured in numerous publications and on culinary websites for her creative, delicious recipes and travel features. For more details, check out her About page.

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    Comments

    1. Romy says

      November 20, 2019 at 3:01 am

      5 stars
      These look really delicious and easy to make’ What a what a great hostess gift idea

      Reply
    2. Lyanna Soria says

      November 19, 2019 at 8:49 pm

      I don’t think I’ve tried candied pecans before but that looks quite the tasty treat. Will have to try this recipe out someday.

      Reply
    3. Claudia Krusch says

      November 19, 2019 at 7:33 pm

      5 stars
      We love pecans! I can hardly wait to make it for our open house!

      Reply
    4. Celebrate Woman Today says

      November 19, 2019 at 7:14 pm

      Love the candies fruit and nuts. These are awesome for salads.

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