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Easy Cinnamon Sugar Pecans Recipe

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  • Author: Sky
  • Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 4 cups of candied nuts

Description

These easy cinnamon sugar pecans are a perfect crunchy and sweet snack, ideal for holiday parties, Christmas, Thanksgiving, or any time you crave a delicious homemade treat. Baked in the oven with a cinnamon-spiced sugar coating and a hint of vanilla, these candied pecans are sure to be a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)

Nuts

  • 1 pound pecans (and/or almonds)

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 egg white
  • 2 tsp water
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or non-stick foil to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
  2. Mix Sugar and Spices: In a large ziplock bag, combine the sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt. Seal the bag and shake to mix well.
  3. Whisk Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the egg white, vanilla extract, and water with a fork until the mixture becomes frothy and well combined.
  4. Coat Nuts: Add the pecans (and/or almonds) to the egg white mixture and stir well until the nuts are fully coated in the frothy mixture.
  5. Add Nuts to Sugar Mixture: Transfer the coated nuts into the ziplock bag with the cinnamon sugar. Seal the bag and shake thoroughly until all nuts are evenly coated with the cinnamon sugar mixture.
  6. Arrange on Baking Sheet: Spread the coated nuts evenly in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Make sure the nuts aren’t overlapping to allow for even baking.
  7. Bake and Stir: Bake the nuts in the preheated oven for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure they bake evenly and develop a crunchy coating without burning.
  8. Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and allow the pecans to cool completely on the baking sheet; they will crisp up as they cool. Enjoy as a snack or party appetizer but try not to eat them all at once!

Notes

  • Use pecans or almonds depending on your preference or availability.
  • For a lower salt version, adjust the salt quantity or omit it altogether.
  • Store cooled candied nuts in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
  • Stirring every 15 minutes during baking helps prevent burning and ensures even caramelization.
  • You can double the recipe for larger gatherings but bake in batches for best results.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Find it online: https://skysrecipes.com/easy-cinnamon-sugar-pecans-recipe/