Ingredients for Cocktail Orange Pecans
- 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter
- Orange Liqueur
- Orange Rind
- Pecan Halves
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt (or to taste)
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How to Make Cocktail Orange Pecans
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large saucepan, melt the 1 cup (2 sticks) of unsalted butter over medium heat.
- Add the 1/2 cup of Grand Marnier (or your preferred orange liqueur) and the zest of 2 large oranges to the melted butter.
- Stir gently until the liqueur and zest are well combined.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat. Add the 4 cups of pecan halves and toss gently to coat them evenly with the butter mixture.
- Spread the pecans in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Toast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown, stirring halfway through to ensure even toasting.
- Remove from the oven and let the pecans cool slightly on the baking sheet.
- Transfer the pecans to a wire rack to cool completely. This prevents them from becoming soggy.
- Once cooled, sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt (or to taste).
- Serve your delicious Cocktail Orange Pecans in a pretty bowl. Enjoy with your favorite cocktails!
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
86 g
Sugar
27g
Fat
198g
Carbs
7g
