Maple Candied Pecans
These naturally sweetened candied pecans are PERFECT for snacking, holiday gifting, or topping your favorite salad. You'll love them as much as we do! (Paleo + Vegan)
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Servings: 1.5 cups
Calories: 108kcal
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups raw pecans roughly chopped, if desired
- 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon coarse salt + more, to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon optional*
Instructions
- Prep. To start, set out a baking sheet, lined with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Have everything measured and ready to go, since this recipe moves quickly once you get started.
- Combine & Cook. Place pecans and syrup in a skillet over medium-low heat. Stirring constantly, continue cooking the pecans and syrup while the syrup thickens and the water cooks out, about 5-7 minutes. When the water is nearly all evaporated, sprinkle the salt over the pecans.
- Cool. When the water is evaporated, and the pecans are getting caramelized, spread the mixture out onto your prepared baking tray. Sprinkle with additional salt, as desired. Allow to cool completely (the syrup will continue to harden as they cool).
- Serve & Store! Eat plain, or mix into your favorite salad, trail mix, or popcorn. Store leftover candied pecans in an airtight container up to 1 week at room temperature.
Notes
- *If you're adding cinnamon, add it along with the maple syrup and proceed as written with the rest of the directions. It's delicious!
- Let Them Cool! Make sure to let the pecans cool completely before storing so the candy coating can harden properly. If you store them warm, they can steam, which leads to soggy pecans.
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Nutrition
Serving: 2Tablespoons pecans | Calories: 108kcal | Carbohydrates: 7.6g | Protein: 1.1g | Fat: 8.9g | Saturated Fat: 0.8g | Sodium: 49.5mg | Fiber: 1.2g | Sugar: 5.8g
Nutrition facts are an estimate only and will vary based on brands and amounts used.
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