Cozy Candied Pecans
Cozy Candied Pecans
Ingredients
For the Candied Pecans
- 3 cups pecans
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- 1
Prepare your cooling surface: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside. This will be crucial for quickly cooling the candied nuts.
⏱️ 2 min
- 2
Combine all ingredients in a large, heavy-bottomed pan. Add the pecans, granulated sugar, water, ground cinnamon, salt, and vanilla extract to the pan.
⏱️ 3 min
- 3
Place the pan on the stovetop over medium heat. Begin stirring the mixture continuously. The goal is to dissolve the sugar and bring the liquid to a boil.
⏱️ 10 min
- 4
Continue to stir frequently and do not leave the pan unattended. As the water boils off, the sugar will begin to caramelize and thicken. Keep stirring until most of the liquid has evaporated and the sugar starts to crystallize and coat the nuts, becoming solid around them.
⏱️ 15 min
- 5
Immediately transfer the candied pecans: As soon as the nuts are fully coated and the sugar is solid (with no liquid remaining in the pan), quickly pour them onto the prepared parchment-lined baking sheet. Spread them out into a single layer using a spoon or spatula to prevent them from clumping together.
⏱️ 2 min
- 6
Allow the candied pecans to cool completely on the parchment paper. Once cooled, they will be crisp and ready to enjoy as a snack, topping, or gift. You can also drizzle them with melted chocolate or add sprinkles for a festive touch.
⏱️ 13 min
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Cozy Candied Pecans
Ingredients
For the Candied Pecans
- 3 cups pecans
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- 1
Prepare your cooling surface: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside. This will be crucial for quickly cooling the candied nuts.
⏱️ 2 min - 2
Combine all ingredients in a large, heavy-bottomed pan. Add the pecans, granulated sugar, water, ground cinnamon, salt, and vanilla extract to the pan.
⏱️ 3 min - 3
Place the pan on the stovetop over medium heat. Begin stirring the mixture continuously. The goal is to dissolve the sugar and bring the liquid to a boil.
⏱️ 10 min - 4
Continue to stir frequently and do not leave the pan unattended. As the water boils off, the sugar will begin to caramelize and thicken. Keep stirring until most of the liquid has evaporated and the sugar starts to crystallize and coat the nuts, becoming solid around them.
⏱️ 15 min - 5
Immediately transfer the candied pecans: As soon as the nuts are fully coated and the sugar is solid (with no liquid remaining in the pan), quickly pour them onto the prepared parchment-lined baking sheet. Spread them out into a single layer using a spoon or spatula to prevent them from clumping together.
⏱️ 2 min - 6
Allow the candied pecans to cool completely on the parchment paper. Once cooled, they will be crisp and ready to enjoy as a snack, topping, or gift. You can also drizzle them with melted chocolate or add sprinkles for a festive touch.
⏱️ 13 min