Sugar and Spice Candied Pecans

Candying nuts is a technique that dates back to ancient times, and it was originally used as a method of preserving nuts for long periods of time.

This is vegan and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 60 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 9.

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Sugar and Spice Candied Pecans

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: American Courses: Anytime, Dessert, Snack Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegan

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 1 hr

Servings: 4 Calories: 800

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 2 cup Pecans
• ¹⁄₂ cup Granulated sugar
• ¹⁄₂ cup Brown sugar
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Cinnamon
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Ground ginger
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• ¹⁄₄ teaspoon Salt
• 1 large Egg white
• ¹⁄₂ teaspoon Vanilla extract

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, whisk the egg white until foamy. Add the vanilla extract and whisk until combined.
4. Add the pecans to the egg white mixture and toss until well coated.
5. Gradually add the sugar mixture to the pecans, tossing to coat evenly.
6. Spread the coated pecans in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
7. Bake for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through.
8. Remove from the oven and let the pecans cool completely on the baking sheet.
9. Once cooled, break apart any clumps and transfer to an airtight container.
10. Let the pecans rest for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow the coating to harden.
11. Enjoy the delicious sugar and spice candied pecans as a snack or dessert!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 200kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 16g6%

Sugars 12g

Protein 2g4%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.