Crispy Cinnamon Sugar Candied Pecans
These easy Candied Pecans are irresistibly crunchy, sweet, and coated in a delicious cinnamon-sugar mixture. Baked to perfection with just a handful of ingredients, they're perfect for holiday gifting, snacking, or topping your favorite salads!
Servings: 25
Equipment
- Large baking sheet (15 x 21 inches / 38 x 53 cm)
Ingredients
- 1 cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 2 large egg whites
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon water
- 2 pounds pecan halves about 8 cups
Instructions
- Preheat to 250°F. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Mix the sugar: Combine granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl, breaking up any brown sugar lumps.
- Whisk the egg whites: In another large bowl, whisk egg whites, vanilla, and water until frothy but not stiff.
- Coat the pecans: Add the pecans to the egg-white mixture and toss until evenly coated. Sprinkle in the cinnamon-sugar mixture and toss thoroughly.
- Bake: Arrange on the prepared baking sheet, spreading into even layers. Bake for 45–60 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes, until the coating looks dry and the pecans are fragrant.
- Cool: Spread the pecans apart and let cool completely on the baking sheets. The coating will become crisp as they cool.
Notes
Don't judge the crunch while they're hot. Candied pecans often feel a little soft immediately after baking. They crisp up as they cool.
Nutrition
Calories: 277kcal | Carbohydrates: 18g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 26g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15g | Sodium: 98mg | Potassium: 161mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 21IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 1mg