Awesome Pecans

Elevate your snacking game with **Awesome Pecans**, a sweet and spiced treat that's impossible to resist! These candied pecans are coated in a luscious mixture of butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar, then enhanced with warm notes of cinnamon, nutmeg, and a splash of vanilla. Baked to crunchy perfection, these caramelized pecans make the perfect snack, holiday gift, or topping for salads, desserts, and oatmeal. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy recipe combines the richness of pecans with the comfort of homemade, making it a must-try for nut lovers. With simple pantry ingredients and a hint of holiday flair, these addictive candied pecans will quickly become your go-to indulgence.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups Pecan halves
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 1/4 cup Brown sugar
• 1/4 cup Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons Water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, stir in the brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.

Step 3

Add the water and stir until the sugar has fully dissolved, creating a smooth syrup.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Add the pecan halves to the skillet, stirring quickly to ensure they are evenly coated in the syrup mixture.

Step 6

Transfer the coated pecans to the prepared baking sheet, spreading them out into a single layer.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even toasting.

Step 8

Remove the pecans from the oven and let them cool completely on the baking sheet. As they cool, they will become crisp and develop a delightful crunch.

Step 9

Once cooled, store the pecans in an airtight container. They will stay fresh for up to two weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	256.9 grams (256.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1775

Total Fat 187.40g	240%
Saturated Fat 28.40g	142%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 62mg	21%
Sodium 594mg	26%
Total Carbohydrate 32.30g	12%
Dietary Fiber 21.70g	78%
Total Sugars 8.80g
Protein 21.00g	42%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 167mg	13%
Iron 6mg	31%
Potassium 936mg	20%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 88.8%

Protein: 4.4%

Carbs: 6.8%