The BEST Candied Pecans

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These are seriously the BEST Candied Pecans! With minimal ingredients, these pecans make the best sweet treat or addition to a variety of meals.

Ingredients to Make the BEST Candied Pecans

Only seven ingredients are needed to create these delicious pecans.

• Feel free to use whole pecans or chopped pecans with this recipe – I’ve made it with both and can say, they always turn out!
• Coconut sugar and maple syrup add a touch of sweetness.
• Ceylon cinnamon a spice rich in antioxidants.
• Vanilla extract adds a delicate vanilla flavor.
• Sea salt adds the perfect touch for both a sweet and salty pecan.
• A whisked egg white helps to combine the sugars and spices to the pecans.

How to Make these Pecans

Review the instructions below to make the tastiest candied pecans.

1. Preheat the oven to 250° F.
2. Mix coconut sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a small bowl. Combine whisked egg white, maple syrup, and vanilla.
3. Pour in and mix the pecans until evenly coated. Spread onto a parchment paper lined baking sheet.
4. Bake in the oven for 45-60 minutes, stirring pecans every 10 to 15 minutes to ensure an even browning.
5. Let rest for 10 minutes. Enjoy!

Ways to Serve Candied Pecans

Looking for ways to incorporate this recipe? Here are a few ideas to enjoy this recipe at home:

• I personally love eating this recipe on it’s own for a sweet treat. However, these pecans (and the Triple Berry Jam!) also pair nicely with any Christmas charcuterie board!
• These pecans also make the best hostess gift – just add some to a mason jar with a ribbon and viola! That’s all there is to it.
• Add as a topping to salads or casseroles for a sweet, crunchy addition.
• Sprinkle on top of some ice cream or yogurt.

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Print Recipe

The BEST Candied Pecans

These are seriously the BEST Candied Pecans! With minimal ingredients, these pecans make the best sweet treat or addition to meals.

Prep Time10 minutes mins

Total Time1 hour hr

Course: Snack, Sweets

Servings: 1 cup

Ingredients

• 1-2 tablespoons coconut sugar
• ¼ teaspoon ceylon cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon sea salt
• 1 egg white
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup pecans

Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 250° F.
• Mix coconut sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a small bowl. Combine whisked egg white, maple syrup, and vanilla.
• Pour in the pecans, mix until evenly coated. Spread onto a parchment paper lined baking sheet.
• Bake in the oven for 45-60 minutes, stirring pecans every 10 to 15 minutes to ensure an even browning.
• Let rest for 10 minutes. Enjoy!