Sugar Coated Pecans Recipe

Indulge in the irresistible crunch of these addictive sugar-coated pecans! This easy recipe delivers perfectly candied nuts with a delightful sweetness that's perfect for snacking, baking, or gifting. Easily adaptable for almonds too!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 263.6 kcal
Protein 6g
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Ingredients for Sugar Coated Pecans

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How to Make Sugar Coated Pecans

  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar, corn syrup, water, and salt.
  3. Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly, until the sugar dissolves completely.
  4. Continue to boil, without stirring, until the mixture reaches 240°F (115°C) on a candy thermometer (firm-ball stage).
  5. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract (if using).
  6. Add the pecans to the saucepan and stir gently to coat them evenly with the sugar syrup.
  7. Spread the coated pecans in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
  8. Bake for 30-40 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the pecans are golden brown and the sugar is nicely crystallized.
  9. Let the pecans cool completely on the baking sheet before breaking apart any that have clumped together. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

38g

Fat

10g

Carbs

4g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Sugar Coated Pecans?

Sugar Coated Pecans takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Sugar Coated Pecans?

Sugar Coated Pecans has approximately 263.6 calories per serving, with about 6 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 36 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Sugar Coated Pecans?

The key ingredients for Sugar Coated Pecans are Egg White, Pecan Halves, Sugar, Cinnamon. See the full list with measurements above.

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