Recipes Appetizers and Snacks Nuts and Seeds Candied Pecans 4.9 (873) 715 Reviews 178 Photos Candied pecans are easy to make at home with this simple recipe. They're the best combination of sweet and salty, with delicious crunch in every bite. Fill up small jars to give as holiday gifts or keep some for yourself to sprinkle over salads or serve to guests. Submitted by Alix Updated on September 27, 2023 Tested by Allrecipes Test Kitchen Tested by Allrecipes Test Kitchen The Allrecipes Test Kitchen staff are a team of culinary pros who make and vet recipes using only equipment you'd find in a home kitchen. Staff credentials vary but include training at the Culinary Institute of America; kitchen stints in fine dining restaurants; and countless hours in the test kitchen itself. Meet the Allrecipes Test Kitchen Save Rate Print Share 178 178 178 178 178 Satisfy your sweet tooth with these candied pecans. If you're looking for something sweet, crunchy, and simply irresistible, you should bookmark this candied pecan recipe ASAP. Candied Pecans Ingredients It's easy to make candied pecans with ingredients you likely already have on hand. Here's what you'll need: Sugar: This recipe calls for white sugar, but you can use a blend of white and brown sugars if you like.Cinnamon: Ground cinnamon adds warmth and coziness that perfectly complements the nutty flavor of the pecans.Salt: A pinch of salt enhances the other flavors. You might be tempted to skip this ingredient, but don't!Egg white and water: One large egg white, beaten with a tablespoon of water, gives the sugar and cinnamon something to adhere to. Plus, it gives the finished candied pecans a gorgeous shine. Some home cooks like to use vanilla instead of water.Pecans: Of course, you'll need pecan halves. This recipe calls for one pound, but it's easy to adjust the recipe for any amount of pecans. Danielle K. How to Make Candied Pecans You'll find the full, step-by-step recipe below — but here's a brief overview of what you can expect when you make these candied pecans: Toss the pecans in the egg white-water mixture.Add the cinnamon, sugar, and salt and toss to coat.Bake the pecans, stirring once, in a preheated oven until the nuts are evenly browned. How Can You Use Candied Pecans? The better question: What can't you do with candied pecans? Enjoy them as a snack, give them as a gift, add them to your seasonal salads, use them as an ice cream topping, or bake them into your next batch of pumpkin bread. Laura How Long Do Candied Pecans Last? Store your candied pecans in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week or in the refrigerator for up to three weeks. If you give them as a gift, be sure to include storage instructions. Can You Freeze Candied Pecans? Yes! These candied pecans freeze well. Arrange the cooled nuts in a single layer on a baking sheet, then place it in the freezer for at least a few hours or up to overnight. When they're completely frozen, transfer them to zip-top freezer bags. Wrap each bag in foil. Freeze flat for up to two months. Thaw in the refrigerator. Baking Nana Allrecipes Community Tips and Praise "These are awesome," raves Kristie Hawksley. "I always make a batch while I'm decorating for Christmas because they make the house smell so good. These are great crushed and added to salads." "Instead of all water, I used one teaspoon each of water, vanilla and bourbon," says Celia. "I also added a couple of dashes of ground cloves to the sugar mix." "OMG these are really, really good," according to Alex L. "The only thing I changed was swapping the water for vanilla extract and adding ½ teaspoon of cayenne pepper. Everything came out perfect." Editorial contributions by Corey Williams Candied Pecans 4.9 (873) Prep Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 40 mins Total Time: 50 mins Servings: 10 Save Rate Print Share Ingredients 1 cup white sugar (see Test Kitchen Tip below) 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon ¼ to ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste 1 large egg white 1 tablespoon water 1 pound pecan halves Directions Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Mix sugar, cinnamon, and salt together in a small bowl. Whisk egg white and water together in a large bowl until frothy. Toss pecans in the egg white mixture to coat. Slowly pour in sugar mixture and stir until pecans are evenly coated. Spread onto a baking sheet. Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Stir pecans and rearrange into a single layer. Continue to cook, stirring every 10 to 15 minutes, until pecans are evenly browned, another 30 to 50 minutes. Danielle K Test Kitchen Tip This recipe was tested in our test kitchen in September 2023. It was made using 1 cup of sugar and then made again using 1/3 cup of sugar. The version with 1 cup sugar is more of a candy and would make a delicious topper on desserts or just as a sweet nibble for a cheese board. The version with 1/3 cup sugar lets the pecan flavor shine through and makes an excellent topper for salads. I Made It Print Nutrition Facts (per serving) 399 Calories 33g Fat 27g Carbs 5g Protein Show Full Nutrition Label Hide Full Nutrition Label Nutrition Facts Servings Per Recipe 10 Calories 399 % Daily Value * Total Fat 33g 42% Saturated Fat 3g 15% Cholesterol 19mg 6% Sodium 66mg 3% Total Carbohydrate 27g 10% Dietary Fiber 4g 16% Total Sugars 22g Protein 5g 10% Vitamin C 1mg 1% Calcium 37mg 3% Iron 1mg 7% Potassium 194mg 4% * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. ** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data. 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