Candied Pecans

Transform your snack game with these irresistible homemade Candied Pecans—crunchy, sweet, and perfectly spiced for endless versatility! Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy recipe features buttery, caramelized pecans coated in a glossy sugar glaze infused with vanilla and a hint of salt for balance. The stovetop-skillet method, followed by a quick oven toasting, guarantees lovely caramelized texture and rich, toasty flavor. Perfect as a quick snack, an elegant garnish for salads, or a festive treat during the holidays, these candied pecans are a must-try! With simple pantry ingredients and a foolproof method, it’s a recipe you’ll find yourself making again and again.

Nutriscore Rating: 46/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups Pecans
• 1 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup Water
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1 tablespoon Butter

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large saucepan, combine granulated sugar, water, vanilla extract, and salt over medium heat.

Step 3

Stir the mixture until the sugar dissolves completely, then add the pecans.

Step 4

Continue to cook the pecans over medium heat, stirring frequently until the liquid has evaporated and the sugar crystallizes, coating the pecans, about 10 minutes.

Step 5

Add the butter to the pan and stir until it's fully melted and coats the pecans, which will create a glossy finish.

Step 6

Spread the pecans out evenly on the prepared baking sheet and toast in the oven for 5 minutes, stirring halfway through.

Step 7

Remove the pecans from the oven and allow them to cool completely on the baking sheet.

Step 8

Once cooled, break apart any pecans that are stuck together and store them in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(481.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2259.9

Total Fat 155.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 43.6g
Cholesterol 32.9mg	0%
Sodium 1255.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 228.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.2g	0%
Total Sugars 208.6g
Protein 18.5g	0%

Vitamin D 2.2IU	0%
Calcium 147.1mg	0%
Iron 5.1mg	0%
Potassium 832.2mg	0%

*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: 58.6%

Protein: 3.1%

Carbs: 38.3%