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Home » Recipe Index » Appetizers and Snacks » Candied Pecans Recipe

Candied Pecans Recipe

November 9, 2018 by Kara Cook 22 Comments

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stovetop candied pecans

Candied Pecans . . . these sweet little nuggets are easy to make, and perfect for tossing in salads, or just for snacking!

bowl of candied pecans on a red checkered cloth

I love ordering salads at restaurants that come with candied nuts of any kind. They add such a yummy crunch and hint of sweetness that I just can’t resist! I decided it was high time I started making them at home so I can add them to salads any time I want.

bowl of candied pecans with pecans spilling out

I found several recipes for candied pecans online, but some of them had too much sugar, some had to be baked in the oven, some of them just looked too complicated. So I came up with my own recipe.

How to make Candied Pecans on the stove:

It is so simple to make candied pecans with this method. Just toss all the ingredients in a non-stick skillet, then cook over medium low heat until the pecans start to brown.

In a few minutes you will have a pan full of absolutely scrumptious candied pecans. I discovered that these babies are good for more than tossing in salads. They are incredible just on their own.

skillet with ingredients for making candied pecans

I should have made a double batch, because I can’t stop eating them, and neither could the rest of my family. They are a perfect snack, especially if you struggle with eating enough protein like I do.

 

dish of candied pecans

How to store candied pecans:

-Candied pecans should last for about two weeks if stored in an airtight container, but they are best fresh. They will last a couple weeks longer if stored in the fridge. You can also store them in the freezer for about 2 months.

 

More recipes for you pecan lovers out there:

Pecan recipesToffee Pecan Sandies / Chocolate Chip Pecan Caramels / Chocolate Chip Pecan Pie

Stovetop Candied Pecans

Yield: 1 cup

Candied Pecans

These Candied Pecans are made on the stovetop, and are so easy. Perfect for snacking, or for adding to salads.

Easy cinnamon sugar roasted pecans made in a skillet.

Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 Tbsp butter
  • 1 Tbsp water
  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon
  • dash salt
  • 1 cup pecans

Instructions

  1. Combine all ingredients in a non-stick skillet. Cook and stir over medium low heat for 5-10 minutes, till sugar butter mixture is no longer runny, and pecans are starting to brown.
  2. Pour onto a silicone pan liner or parchment paper to cool.

Notes

I found that using a bamboo spatula works best for this recipe.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

4

Serving Size:

1

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 254Total Fat: 22gSaturated Fat: 3gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 17gCholesterol: 8mgSodium: 62mgCarbohydrates: 16gFiber: 3gSugar: 14gProtein: 2g
© Kara
Cuisine: American / Category: Appetizers and Snacks

 


Recipe originally published Oct 24, 2016, updated 11/2018.

 

Filed Under: Appetizers and Snacks, Recipe Index Tagged With: pecans

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  1. Genanne Young

    February 20, 2020 at 5:58 pm

    Sssoooooooo Simple and Yummy!!! Saw the recipe and made them ingredients to cool enough to eat in 15min. Wow!! I love the fact that they are egg free.

    Reply
  2. Ann Almendarez

    December 26, 2019 at 1:53 pm

    How much sugar is used in your recipe?
    Thank you.

    Reply
    • Kara Cook

      December 26, 2019 at 3:38 pm

      So sorry. My site crashed and now that it’s back, the recipe cards aren’t working. I can’t access them either, and I don’t have this recipe written down anywhere else. 🙁

      Reply
  3. Ann Almendarez

    December 26, 2019 at 1:05 pm

    I am not able to pull up the ingredients used to make the Sugared Pecans. Can you please
    send that to me?

    Reply
  4. Rachel

    July 29, 2019 at 4:28 pm

    Great and quick!! Don’t let it fool you how fast it is to produce something super yummy!! I did substitute 1/4 tbs with Mexican vanilla.

    Reply
    • Kara Cook

      July 29, 2019 at 6:07 pm

      One of my good friends just gave me a bottle of Mexican vanilla, and I am loving it! That stuff is tasty, and I bet it was delicious with these pecans. 🙂

      Reply
  5. Bernice Miller

    December 18, 2018 at 7:16 am

    Does any one have a recipe for candied pecans without Egg and without cinnamon

    Reply
    • Kara Cook

      December 18, 2018 at 12:39 pm

      This recipe doesn’t have any eggs, and you could definitely leave out the cinnamon. 🙂

      Reply
  6. Heather Luckhurst

    November 16, 2018 at 6:47 am

    These are amazing – thanks for the recipe! I’ll be making this up as food gifts for the holidays!

    Reply
  7. Amy Huntley

    November 10, 2018 at 11:15 am

    I love candied pecans!! I can’t wait to try this recipe!

    Reply
  8. Jocelyn

    November 9, 2018 at 2:00 pm

    I absolutely love how simple these are to make in a skillet!! Perfect to fill jars with and give as holiday gifts!

    Reply
  9. Liz

    November 9, 2018 at 12:44 pm

    I love how easy these pecans are! And they would make great gifts too!

    Reply
  10. Allyson Zea

    November 9, 2018 at 12:12 pm

    I love making these at home because it saves so much money! People love them as gifts!

    Reply
    • Kara Cook

      December 18, 2018 at 12:40 pm

      So true! They are so expensive at the store.

      Reply
  11. Rachael Yerkes

    November 9, 2018 at 9:03 am

    I can’t stop munching on these pecans! so good!!!

    Reply
    • Kara Cook

      November 9, 2018 at 11:40 am

      They really are addicting, aren’t they?

      Reply
  12. Becca

    November 9, 2018 at 8:30 am

    Ooooh adding these to salads is a GREAT idea!

    Reply
    • Kara Cook

      November 9, 2018 at 11:40 am

      Oh yes, they make just about any salad even tastier!

      Reply
  13. Billy

    November 9, 2018 at 8:11 am

    I love candied pecans. They are such a great easy way to take a simple salad recipe to the next level!

    Reply
  14. Heather Luckhurst

    November 9, 2018 at 7:53 am

    These look so yummy!! Perfect food gift idea for the holidays too!

    Reply
  15. Penelope Smith

    July 24, 2018 at 8:59 pm

    My grandmother really loves pecans, and I have been thinking about making her some pecan treats. It is good to know that can use some simple ingredients to candy them. I might just have to try out this recipe.

    Reply
    • Kara Cook

      July 25, 2018 at 7:23 am

      You should give them a try. They really are simple, and I bet your grandmother would love them!

      Reply

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