Description
Sweet & Crunchy Candied Pecans are a delightful snack that combines the rich flavor of pecans with a sweet, crunchy coating, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pecan halves
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, water, vanilla extract, and salt over medium heat.
- Stir until the sugar dissolves and the mixture begins to boil.
- Add the pecans to the saucepan and stir to coat them evenly.
- Spread the coated pecans onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool completely before serving.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container to maintain crunchiness.
- These pecans make a great topping for salads or desserts.
- Adjust the sugar quantity for a less sweet version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ounce
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Candied Pecans, Sweet Snack, Crunchy Snack, Pecan Recipe