Peppered Glazed Pecans
Elevate your snacking game with these irresistibly sweet and spicy Peppered Glazed Pecans—a perfect blend of crunch, caramelized coating, and a bold kick of heat. This quick and easy recipe combines toasted pecans with a buttery sugar glaze infused with ground black pepper and a hint of cayenne for optional extra spice. Ready in just 20 minutes, these gourmet nuts are ideal for holiday gifts, elegant salad toppers, or as a crowd-pleasing appetizer on your next charcuterie board. The irresistible balance of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors will make these pecans a staple treat in your kitchen.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Pecan halves
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Water
- 1 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
Step 2
Spread the pecan halves evenly on the prepared baking sheet and toast them in the preheated oven for 7-8 minutes, or until fragrant. Remove them from the oven and set aside.
Step 3
In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, unsalted butter, and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sugar is completely dissolved and the mixture starts to bubble gently.
Step 4
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the ground black pepper, kosher salt, and cayenne pepper (if using). Mix well to evenly distribute the spices.
Step 5
Add the toasted pecans to the saucepan and stir to coat them evenly with the sugar mixture. Continue cooking and stirring for 2-3 minutes, ensuring that the pecans are fully glazed.
Step 6
Transfer the glazed pecans back onto the lined baking sheet, spreading them out in a single layer to prevent clumping.
Step 7
Let the pecans cool completely on the baking sheet. Once cooled, the glaze will harden, giving the pecans a crisp, glossy finish.
Step 8
Serve immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (387.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2160.3 |
| Total Fat 187.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 28.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 62mg | 0% |
| Sodium 301.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 133.8g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 22.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 108.8g | |
| Protein 21.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 178.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 972.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories