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5 from 9 votes

Cinnamon Sugar Candied Pecans

Cinnamon Sugar Candied Pecans are a staple in our house over the Holidays. A perfect salad topper, but an even better snack! Watch out - these are addicting!
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time45 mins
Total Time55 mins
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: candied pecans, cinnamon sugar pecans, holiday gift
Servings: 16 servings
Calories: 207kcal
Author: Sue Ringsdorf

Ingredients

  • 4 cups pecan halves
  • 2 large egg whites
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 2/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 275 degrees.
  • Whisk the egg whites and salt until frothy. Add the vanilla, sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg, and whisk again. Fold in the pecans and mix again to coat.
  • Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Add the pecans to the pan and spread out evenly.
  • Bake for approximately 45 minutes, stirring them every 15 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and let cool. Store in airtight container or ziplock bags.

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Notes

  1. Watch your oven closely during last half of baking. These tend to burn very quickly, and since all ovens are different, be careful towards the end.
  2. These freeze well, in freezer bags, for several months.
  3. Gift Idea: Pour candied nuts in a mason jar, tie some pretty ribbon around it with a sweet message. :)
 

Nutrition

Calories: 207kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 152mg | Potassium: 108mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 15IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 0.6mg