Best 8 Orange And Cinnamon Crusted Pecans Recipes

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Orange and cinnamon crusted pecans are a delightful and versatile snack or topping that can be enjoyed on their own, added to salads, or used as a garnish for various dishes. With their sweet and tangy flavor, these pecans offer a unique twist to traditional nut recipes. If you're looking for a simple yet flavorful treat, this article will provide you with the best recipe to create delicious orange and cinnamon crusted pecans in the comfort of your own kitchen.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

ORANGE-CINNAMON COFFEE



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Provided by Food Network

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 thick continuous strip of peel from 1 orange
8 whole cloves
2 cinnamon sticks
1 ounce almond liqueur (recommended: Amaretto)
1 ounce orange liqueur (recommended: Cointreau)
1 1/2 cups coffee
Whipped cream

Steps:

  • Stud the strip of orange peel with whole cloves, 2 inches apart. In a copper saucepan, place the orange peel, cinnamon sticks, and both liqueurs. Warm them, then stick the end of the orange peel with a fork and hold it up over the pan. Light the liqueur on fire, then using a small ladle, pour the liqueur over the orange peel starting at the top. Let the liqueur drizzle down, spiraling down into the pan. Continue ladling for a few minutes. Douse the flame with a little coffee. Place the orange peel and cinnamon sticks on a side plate. Divide the liquid into 2 glasses, then top them off with more coffee. Garnish with whipped cream and the reserved cinnamon sticks.

ORANGE PECANS



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Provided by Deborah Thomas-Gruby

Categories     Quick & Easy     Low Sodium     Orange     Pecan     Bon Appétit     Florida

Yield Makes about 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 cup sugar
1/4 cup orange juice
1 tablespoon grated orange peel
4 cups pecan halves (about 1 pound)

Steps:

  • Line cookie sheet with waxed paper. Bring first 3 ingredients to boil in heavy large saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly. Boil 30 seconds. Stir in pecans. Spread pecans on waxed paper. Cool completely. Separate pecans if necessary. (Can be prepared up to 1 week ahead. Store in airtight container.)

ORANGE PECANS



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A nice appetizer or snack. Especially nice around the holidays, and can be made 3 days ahead. From Bon Appetit, November 1994.

Provided by lazyme

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 teaspoons orange peel, grated
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
2 cups pecan halves (10 ounces)
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 300ºF.
  • Melt butter in heavy medium saucepan over low heat. Add orange peel, cinnamon, coriander, cloves and cayenne and stir until aromatic, about 30 seconds.
  • Add pecans, then sugar and salt and stir to coat evenly. Transfer nut mixture to baking sheet.
  • Bake until nuts are toasted, stirring occasionally, about 20 minutes. Cool. (Can be prepared 3 days ahead. Store airtight at room temperature).

ORANGE-SPICED PECANS



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For a homemade snack, this recipe is so easy to make. The baked nuts have so much sweet flavor that you will have a hard time to stop eating.-Nell Hood, New Bern, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 20m

Yield about 2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1-2/3 cups pecan halves
1/3 cup sugar
2 tablespoons orange juice
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Place pecans on an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 275° for 10 minutes. , After 6 minutes, in a small heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, orange juice, cinnamon, cloves and salt. Cook and stir until mixture comes to a boil. Cook and stir 2 minutes longer. Remove from the heat. , Stir in warm pecans until evenly coated. Spread in a single layer on a foil-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254 calories, Fat 22g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 49mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (12g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

ORANGE GLAZED PECANS



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Make and share this Orange Glazed Pecans recipe from Food.com.

Provided by John 11-44

Categories     Dessert

Time 50m

Yield 3 Cups, 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 egg white
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon orange juice
1/2 cup sugar
3 cups pecans

Steps:

  • Beat egg white until foamy.
  • Add salt, cinnamon and orange juice.
  • Fold in sugar and mix well.
  • Add pecans.
  • Bake on a well greased cookie sheet at 250 F degrees for 45 to 60 minutes.
  • Turn pecans every 15 minutes.
  • Store in airtight container.

CINNAMON SUGARED PECANS



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My grandma makes these every year for the holidays. It's always handy to make extra for later snacking! They are relatively quick and easy to make and taste wonderful. I love the smell of these when they're in the oven.

Provided by Erin

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Nuts and Seeds

Time 35m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 egg white
4 cups pecans
½ cup white sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Beat egg white in a large bowl with an electric mixer until frothy. Add pecans to egg white and stir until evenly coated.
  • Mix sugar, cinnamon, and salt together in a separate bowl; add to pecans and stir until coated. Spread coated pecans onto a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until fragrant and crisp, about 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212.5 calories, Carbohydrate 10.2 g, Fat 19.4 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 76.2 mg, Sugar 7.3 g

CINNAMON-ROASTED PECANS AND ALMONDS



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This is by far my favorite fall and winter treat to have available, and makes an incredible food gift to anyone without an allergy--for the holidays or any occasion! Store cooled nuts in airtight containers for up to 2 weeks.

Provided by PChefHersh

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Nuts and Seeds

Time 50m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 large egg whites, at room temperature
1 pinch salt
1 cup white sugar
1 ½ cups pecan halves
1 ½ cups whole almonds
4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
⅓ cup unsalted butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Beat egg whites with salt in a bowl until frothy; add sugar gradually, beating to stiff peaks. Gently fold in pecans, almonds, and cinnamon. Pour mixture onto a 15 1/2 x 10 1/2-inch jelly roll pan, drizzle melted butter over top, and toss to coat.
  • Bake in the preheated oven, tossing every 10 minutes, until nuts are crisp, about 40 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239.7 calories, Carbohydrate 17.2 g, Cholesterol 10.2 mg, Fat 18.6 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 4.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 17.2 mg, Sugar 13.6 g

ORANGE-PECAN PORK ROAST



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Family and friends will "ooh" and "ahh" when you bring in this impressive roast with its beautiful orange glaze and nutty topping. Moist and delicious, it's a real showstopper!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h5m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 boneless pork loin roast (2-1/2 to 3 pounds)
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1 garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons canola oil
1/2 cup orange marmalade
1/4 cup chopped pecans
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Place roast on a rack in a shallow roasting pan. In a skillet, saute onion and garlic in oil until tender. Add the marmalade, pecans and cinnamon; cook and stir until marmalade is melted. Spoon over roast., Bake, uncovered, at 325° for 1-3/4 hours or until a thermometer reads 160°. Let stand for 10 minutes before slicing.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285 calories, Fat 13g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 52mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

Tips:

  • For a sweeter crust, use light brown sugar instead of granulated sugar.
  • Add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the cinnamon sugar mixture for a spicy kick.
  • If you don't have orange zest, you can use 1 teaspoon of orange extract.
  • To make the pecans even more decadent, dip them in melted chocolate after they have cooled.
  • Store the pecans in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Orange and cinnamon crusted pecans are a delicious and easy-to-make snack or gift. They are perfect for parties, potlucks, or simply enjoying at home. With their sweet, crunchy crust and zesty orange flavor, these pecans are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you are looking for a tasty treat, give this recipe a try and satisfy your sweet tooth while enjoying the benefits of healthy nuts.

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