SWEET AND SPICY CANDIED PECANS - WITH A KICK

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These nuts are addictive!!! Serve as a delicious snack, super-easy appetizer (great on a Ritz cracker with whipped cream cheese), topping for salads (see my Waldorf Salad recipe #117914) or in candied sweet potatoes. And, they make the perfect hostess gift especially during the Holiday Season! I make a double batch before Thanksgiving and freeze in ziplock bags for use at Christmas and New Years. The kick is up to you, as they are really very mild as written (we think they are perfect this way). Recipe was given to me by my sister, originally from Bon Appetit.

Provided by BecR2400

Categories     Brunch

Time 25m

Yield 1 1/2 cups, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

vegetable oil cooking spray
3 tablespoons light corn syrup
1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon generous fresh ground black pepper
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 1/2 cups pecan pieces (or halves)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°F Spray baking sheet with nonstick spray. Combine corn syrup and next 4 ingredients in large bowl. Stir to blend. Add pecans; stir gently to coat. Transfer to baking sheet.
  • Place large piece of foil on work surface. Bake pecans 5 minutes. Using fork, stir pecans to coat with melted spice mixture. Continue baking until pecans are golden and coating bubbles, about 10 minutes. Transfer to foil. Working quickly, separate nuts with fork. Cool. (Can be made 3 days ahead- store airtight at room temperature).
  • Makes 1 1/2 cups.
  • NOTE: Recipe is easily doubled, freezes well in ziplock bags.
  • Serve as a snack, topping for appetizers or salads (see my Waldorf Salad recipe #117914) or candied sweet potatoes, -or- give as a gift for the holidays.

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These candied pecans are a great way to add a little something extra to your desserts. I love adding them to my cakes and cookies.


Ghost W
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These candied pecans are the perfect holiday treat. They're easy to make and everyone loves them.


OKEYALE ABIODUN STEPHEN
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I'm not a huge fan of pecans, but these candied pecans are amazing! The sweet and spicy flavors are perfectly balanced.


Brawl Stars
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These pecans are so easy to make and they taste so good! I've made them several times and they're always a hit.


WhiteMan Zamani
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I love making these candied pecans as gifts for my friends and family. They're always a hit!


Binod chattri Binod
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These are the perfect snack to have on hand when you're craving something sweet and crunchy.


Tedla Makonnen
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I used these candied pecans to make a salad and they were delicious! They added a nice crunch and sweetness to the salad.


Chiamara Udoka
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These candied pecans are a great addition to any dessert. I love adding them to my ice cream and yogurt.


Irajashahid shahid
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I was a bit hesitant to try these because I'm not a big fan of spicy food, but I'm so glad I did! The pecans are perfectly balanced and the heat is just right. I'll definitely be making these again.


Hadia Shahid
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I followed the recipe exactly and the pecans turned out perfectly. They're crispy, flavorful, and have just the right amount of heat.


Nell Tosh
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These are the best candied pecans I've ever had! The perfect balance of sweet and spicy. I will definitely be making these again.


ermelyn arjan
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I made these candied pecans for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them. They're so addictive and easy to eat.


Jo Merceal
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These Sweet and Spicy Candied Pecans are incredibly easy to make and taste amazing! I love the combination of sweet and spicy flavors. They're the perfect snack to munch on or to add to salads and desserts.