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Candied Pecans

Candied pecans are **sweet, crunchy, and irresistibly delicious**, making them the perfect snack, topping, or gift for the holidays. With **just a handful of ingredients**, these pecans are coated in a **cinnamon-sugar glaze** that caramelizes as they bake, creating a **crunchy, buttery texture** with a hint of spice.
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Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • - 2 cups pecan halves
  • - 1 egg white
  • - 1 tablespoon water
  • - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • - 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • - 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • - 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • - Baking sheet
  • - Parchment paper or silicone baking mat
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. #### **Step 1: Preheat Oven & Prepare Baking Sheet**
  2. Preheat oven to **300°F (150°C)**.
  3. Line a baking sheet with **parchment paper or a silicone baking mat**.
  4. #### **Step 2: Coat the Pecans**
  5. In a large bowl, whisk together **egg white, water, and vanilla extract** until frothy.
  6. Add pecans and toss to coat evenly.
  7. #### **Step 3: Mix Sugar & Spices**
  8. In a separate bowl, mix **granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt**.
  9. Pour over the pecans and toss until well coated.
  10. #### **Step 4: Bake the Pecans**
  11. Spread the coated pecans in a **single layer** on the prepared baking sheet.
  12. Bake for **35-40 minutes**, stirring halfway through to ensure even caramelization.
  13. #### **Step 5: Cool & Serve**
  14. Let the pecans cool completely—**they will harden as they cool**.
  15. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container.