Candied Pecans: The Best Sweet Treat for Your Homemade Dishes
Delicious and crunchy, candied pecans add a sweet twist to salads, desserts, and snacks.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 2 cups
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pecan halves
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a saucepan, combine sugar, butter, vanilla, and salt, and heat until melted and combined.
- Add pecans to the saucepan, stirring to coat.
- Spread the coated pecans onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally until golden brown.
- Let cool before serving.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container for up to two weeks.
- Perfect for topping on ice cream, salads, or enjoying as a snack!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg