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Easy Oven-Baked Cinnamon Sugar Candied Pecans

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Make these sweet and crunchy candied pecans using a simple oven method. They are perfect for snacking, topping salads, or giving as homemade holiday gifts.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup pecan halves
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 large egg white
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk the egg white until it becomes slightly foamy.
  3. In a separate small bowl, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and cayenne pepper, if using. Mix these dry ingredients well.
  4. Add the pecan halves to the egg white mixture. Toss gently until the pecans are evenly coated.
  5. Sprinkle the sugar and spice mixture over the coated pecans. Toss again until every pecan is covered with the dry coating.
  6. Spread the coated pecans in a single layer onto the prepared baking sheet. Do not let them overlap too much.
  7. Bake for 15 minutes. Remove the pan from the oven and stir the pecans to break up any clumps.
  8. Return the pan to the oven and bake for another 10 to 15 minutes, or until the coating is dry and lightly caramelized. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
  9. Remove the pecans from the oven and immediately transfer them to a sheet of wax paper or a clean plate to cool completely. They will crisp up as they cool.
  10. Once fully cooled, break apart any large clusters. Store your homemade candied pecans in an airtight container.

Notes

  • For a different flavor profile, substitute the cinnamon with 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract added to the egg white before tossing the nuts.
  • If you prefer a stovetop method, melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a skillet, add the pecans, and cook over medium heat until lightly toasted. Add the sugar and spice mixture and stir constantly until the sugar melts and coats the nuts, about 3 to 5 minutes. Spread immediately onto parchment paper to cool.
  • These sweet and crunchy pecans are excellent as a pecan topping for salad.

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