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candied pecans in jar with gift tag
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Candied Pecans

Candied pecans are the perfect addition to any salad or dessert and make a great gift too.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: candy, Christmas, edible gifts, jar gifts, nuts
Servings: 16
Calories: 255kcal
Author: Cindy Hopper

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon cold water
  • 1 egg white
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 lb. large pecan halves
  • ½ c. white sugar
  • ½ c. brown sugar
  • 1 ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt or 1 teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

  • Beat egg white and water until frothy. Add vanilla. Mix well with pecans.
  • In a separate bowl, combine sugars, cinnamon, and salt.
  • Pour sugar mixture over pecans and stir well.
  • Spread on baking sheet. Bake at 225 degrees for 1 hour. Stirring about every 15 minutes Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1ounce | Calories: 255kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Sodium: 78mg | Potassium: 130mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 16g | Vitamin A: 16IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 1mg