Amazing Cinnamon Sugar Pecans in 20 Minutes
Whip up these easy Cinnamon Sugar Pecans for a delightful snack or a charming homemade gift. They’re perfect for parties or just a sweet treat.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 2 cups
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups pecan halves
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C).
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
- Add the pecan halves to the bowl and toss to coat them evenly with the cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Drizzle the melted butter over the coated pecans and toss again until all the pecans are moistened.
- Spread the pecans in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 12-15 minutes, stirring halfway through, until they are fragrant and lightly toasted.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool completely on the baking sheet. They will crisp up as they cool.
Notes
- For an extra spicy kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the cinnamon sugar mixture.
- These pecans store well in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.
- You can adjust the amount of cinnamon and sugar to your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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