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Candied Pecans

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Candied Pecans are a spiced, salty-sweet snack perfect for an edible gift! They are easy to make and easily customizable to your tastes. My version has halved pecans, cinnamon, regular & brown sugar, maple syrup, pure vanilla extract, a little bit of ground nutmeg, and Harissa seasoning. 

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Candied Pecans

Hi Everyone, these candied pecans are so easy to make and so delicious!

They are a perfect addition to the holiday table being a salty-sweet snack that appeals to so many people.

They are perfect for gift giving too be it for a hostess gift or holiday gift.

All you need are some lidded mason jars, some ribbon, and perhaps some fabric to add some flair.

These are also great on a cheese board to serve as appetizer.

When they are around, I personally, have a hard time resisting them, so much so, that I had to package them up to give away 🙂

Those crispy bits on the outside are heaven...

Candied Pecans are a spiced, salty-sweet snack perfect for an edible gift! They are easy to make and easily customizable to your tastes. My version has halved pecans, cinnamon, regular & brown sugar, maple syrup, pure vanilla extract, a little bit of ground nutmeg and Harrissa seasoning.  #pecans #ediblegifts #candiedpecans #harissa #cinnamon #snacks #recipe #brownsugar #maplesyrup

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Candied Pecans are a spiced, salty-sweet snack perfect for an edible gift! They are easy to make and easily customizable to your tastes. My version has halved pecans, cinnamon, regular & brown sugar, maple syrup, pure vanilla extract, a little bit of ground nutmeg and Harrissa seasoning.  #pecans #ediblegifts #candiedpecans #harissa #cinnamon #snacks #recipe #brownsugar #maplesyrup
1. preheat oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C).
In a large mixing bowl, add both sugars, cinnamon, salt, nutmeg, and Harissa seasoning. Combine evenly.

Ingredients

  • 11.4 (approximately) halved pecans, plain, unsalted, you can use up to 16 ounces (1 pound) pecans
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup granulated white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon (Saigon is most fragrant)
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg (1 pinch)
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher or Sea salt (I prefer crushed Gourmet "Cyprus White Flake Mediterranean Finishing Salt" for this recipe)
  • 1 large egg white (save the yolk for another recipe)
  • 1 tablespoon filtered water
  • ¼ teaspoon (or more to taste) organic ground Harissa seasoning or the same amount of ground Cayenne
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • drizzle of maple syrup

Kitchen Tools

  • large mixing bowls
  • metal whisk
  • wet measure
  • fork
  • rimmed baking sheet
  • Silicone baking mat
  • parchment paper
  • lidded pint mason jars for gift-giving

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Candied Pecans are a spiced, salty-sweet snack perfect for an edible gift! They are easy to make and easily customizable to your tastes. My version has halved pecans, cinnamon, regular & brown sugar, maple syrup, pure vanilla extract, a little bit of ground nutmeg and Harrissa seasoning.  #pecans #ediblegifts #candiedpecans #harissa #cinnamon #snacks #recipe #brownsugar #maplesyrup
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Candied Pecans are a spiced, salty-sweet snack perfect for an edible gift! They are easy to make and easily customizable to your tastes. My version has halved pecans, cinnamon, regular & brown sugar, maple syrup, pure vanilla extract, a little bit of ground nutmeg and Harrissa seasoning.  #pecans #ediblegifts #candiedpecans #harissa #cinnamon #snacks #recipe #brownsugar #maplesyrup
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Candied Pecans are a spiced, salty-sweet snack perfect for an edible gift! They are easy to make and easily customizable to your tastes. My version has halved pecans, cinnamon, regular & brown sugar, maple syrup, pure vanilla extract, a little bit of ground nutmeg and Harrissa seasoning.  #pecans #ediblegifts #candiedpecans #harissa #cinnamon #snacks #recipe #brownsugar #maplesyrup
4. In a separate large bowl, mix egg white, vanilla extract, and water together. Add the halved pecans to the egg white mixture and coat completely.
Candied Pecans are a spiced, salty-sweet snack perfect for an edible gift! They are easy to make and easily customizable to your tastes. My version has halved pecans, cinnamon, regular & brown sugar, maple syrup, pure vanilla extract, a little bit of ground nutmeg and Harrissa seasoning.  #pecans #ediblegifts #candiedpecans #harissa #cinnamon #snacks #recipe #brownsugar #maplesyrup
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Candied Pecans are a spiced, salty-sweet snack perfect for an edible gift! They are easy to make and easily customizable to your tastes. My version has halved pecans, cinnamon, regular & brown sugar, maple syrup, pure vanilla extract, a little bit of ground nutmeg and Harrissa seasoning.  #pecans #ediblegifts #candiedpecans #harissa #cinnamon #snacks #recipe #brownsugar #maplesyrup
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Candied Pecans are a spiced, salty-sweet snack perfect for an edible gift! They are easy to make and easily customizable to your tastes. My version has halved pecans, cinnamon, regular & brown sugar, maple syrup, pure vanilla extract, a little bit of ground nutmeg and Harrissa seasoning.  #pecans #ediblegifts #candiedpecans #harissa #cinnamon #snacks #recipe #brownsugar #maplesyrup
7. Sprinkle the sugar-spice mixture over the coated pecans and use a fork to toss until the pecans are coated completely.
Candied Pecans are a spiced, salty-sweet snack perfect for an edible gift! They are easy to make and easily customizable to your tastes. My version has halved pecans, cinnamon, regular & brown sugar, maple syrup, pure vanilla extract, a little bit of ground nutmeg and Harrissa seasoning.  #pecans #ediblegifts #candiedpecans #harissa #cinnamon #snacks #recipe #brownsugar #maplesyrup
8. Spread the pecans on the prepared baking sheet.
Candied Pecans are a spiced, salty-sweet snack perfect for an edible gift! They are easy to make and easily customizable to your tastes. My version has halved pecans, cinnamon, regular & brown sugar, maple syrup, pure vanilla extract, a little bit of ground nutmeg and Harrissa seasoning.  #pecans #ediblegifts #candiedpecans #harissa #cinnamon #snacks #recipe #brownsugar #maplesyrup
9. Bake in a 250 degree F oven for 1 hour until evenly cooked and browned. Every 15-20 minutes toss the pecans so they bake evenly.
Candied Pecans are a spiced, salty-sweet snack perfect for an edible gift! They are easy to make and easily customizable to your tastes. My version has halved pecans, cinnamon, regular & brown sugar, maple syrup, pure vanilla extract, a little bit of ground nutmeg and Harrissa seasoning.  #pecans #ediblegifts #candiedpecans #harissa #cinnamon #snacks #recipe #brownsugar #maplesyrup
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Candied Pecans are a spiced, salty-sweet snack perfect for an edible gift! They are easy to make and easily customizable to your tastes. My version has halved pecans, cinnamon, regular & brown sugar, maple syrup, pure vanilla extract, a little bit of ground nutmeg and Harrissa seasoning.  #pecans #ediblegifts #candiedpecans #harissa #cinnamon #snacks #recipe #brownsugar #maplesyrup
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Candied Pecans are a spiced, salty-sweet snack perfect for an edible gift! They are easy to make and easily customizable to your tastes. My version has halved pecans, cinnamon, regular & brown sugar, maple syrup, pure vanilla extract, a little bit of ground nutmeg and Harrissa seasoning.  #pecans #ediblegifts #candiedpecans #harissa #cinnamon #snacks #recipe #brownsugar #maplesyrup
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Candied Pecans are a spiced, salty-sweet snack perfect for an edible gift! They are easy to make and easily customizable to your tastes. My version has halved pecans, cinnamon, regular & brown sugar, maple syrup, pure vanilla extract, a little bit of ground nutmeg and Harrissa seasoning.  #pecans #ediblegifts #candiedpecans #harissa #cinnamon #snacks #recipe #brownsugar #maplesyrup
13. When they are done, allow to cool thoroughly. Optionally, package in lidded mason jars. Enjoy!
Candied Pecans are a spiced, salty-sweet snack perfect for an edible gift! They are easy to make and easily customizable to your tastes. My version has halved pecans, cinnamon, regular & brown sugar, maple syrup, pure vanilla extract, a little bit of ground nutmeg and Harrissa seasoning.  #pecans #ediblegifts #candiedpecans #harissa #cinnamon #snacks #recipe #brownsugar #maplesyrup
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Candied Pecans are a spiced, salty-sweet snack perfect for an edible gift! They are easy to make and easily customizable to your tastes. My version has halved pecans, cinnamon, regular & brown sugar, maple syrup, pure vanilla extract, a little bit of ground nutmeg and Harrissa seasoning.  #pecans #ediblegifts #candiedpecans #harissa #cinnamon #snacks #recipe #brownsugar #maplesyrup
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Candied Pecans are a spiced, salty-sweet snack perfect for an edible gift! They are easy to make and easily customizable to your tastes. My version has halved pecans, cinnamon, regular & brown sugar, maple syrup, pure vanilla extract, a little bit of ground nutmeg and Harrissa seasoning.  #pecans #ediblegifts #candiedpecans #harissa #cinnamon #snacks #recipe #brownsugar #maplesyrup
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Thank you for reading and following along! Best, ~Sara

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(This post was originally published on 12/12/2018 and updated and republished on 12/6/2019, updated 12/1/2021)

Candied Pecans

Candied Pecans

Yield: 12 ounces
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes

Candied Pecans are a spiced, salty-sweet snack perfect for an edible gift! They are easy to make and easily customizable to your tastes. My version has halved pecans, cinnamon, regular and brown sugar, maple syrup, pure vanilla extract, a little bit of ground nutmeg, and Harissa seasoning.

Ingredients

Candied Pecans

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, add both sugars, cinnamon, salt, nutmeg, and Harissa seasoning. Combine evenly.
  3. In a separate large bowl, mix egg white, vanilla extract, maple syrup, and water together. Add the halved pecans to the egg white mixture and coat completely.
  4. Sprinkle the sugar-spice mixture over the coated pecans and use a fork to toss until the pecans are coated completely.
  5. Spread the pecans on the prepared baking sheet.
  6. Bake in a 250 degree F oven for 1 hour until evenly cooked and browned. Every 15-20 minutes toss the pecans so they bake evenly.
  7. When they are done, allow cooling thoroughly. Optionally, package in lidded mason jars. Enjoy!

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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 6 Serving Size: ¼ cup
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 177Total Fat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 31mgSodium: 442mgCarbohydrates: 35gFiber: 1gSugar: 34gProtein: 2g

Please note that the Calculated Nutrition is an estimate at best.

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Cuisine: American / Category: Snacks

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  1. Suzanne Mangum says

    I'd really like to try this recipe, but I dont understand when I'm supposed to add the "drizzle of maple syrup", and approximately how much should be drizzled?

    • Sara Maniez says

      Hello Suzanne, thank you for letting me know, I clarified that and corrected the recipe, I hope that helps, let me know how it goes if you make it! Thank you!

      • Suzanne Mangum says

        Sara - Thank you for your quick response! I plan to make these this weekend and will let you know how they turn out.

        • Sara Maniez says

          Wonderful, if you post on IG make sure to tag @lifeslittlesweets , thank you!

  2. Kay says

    Hello! Is there anything that I can substitute for the egg white? That just seems so gross to me.

    • Sara Maniez says

      I haven't tried a substitution for the egg white, you could try my recipe for flaxseed egg if you are looking for a vegan option. I haven't tried it, so I can't guarantee that it will come out as good or better than the egg white option. Thank you for your question!

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