Candied Pecans: Indulgent Treats to Elevate Your Salads
Candied pecans are a delicious way to add sweetness and crunch to salads, desserts, or enjoyed by themselves. This recipe guides you through making these delightful treats.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 cups
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pecan halves
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine water, sugar, cinnamon, and salt over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
- Add the pecans and bring to a boil. Cook until the mixture thickens and the pecans are well-coated, about 5-10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
- Spread the pecans out in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Allow to cool completely before serving or storing.
Notes
- Store candied pecans in an airtight container for up to two weeks.
- Great for adding flavor and texture to salads, desserts, or as a snack.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg