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Candied Cinnamon Sugar Pecans

November 20, 2014 by Melissa 11 Comments

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Candied Cinnamon Sugar Pecans – Candied cinnamon sugar pecans and nuts are usually thought of as a holiday treat.  I confess, I make them year-round and use them as a garnish for desserts, pies, cakes, cookies or ice cream.  Sometimes, I whip-up a batch for just plain munching.  My mantra is simple, life is short why wait until a special occasion to enjoy the flavors you love, right?

Candied Cinnamon Sugar Pecans

 I really like using a combination of cinnamon and pumpkin pie spice to spice-up these nuts.  If you prefer you can use cinnamon alone without any other adjustments.   These candied pecans make terrific gifts poured into a glass jar and tied with a pretty ribbon.  Don’t forget to attach a note with a warning, they are absolutely 100% addictive!
Candied Cinnamon Sugar Pecans
Candied Cinnamon Sugar Pecans
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Candied Cinnamon Sugar Pecans
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Candied Cinnamon Sugar Pecans

Servings: 4 cups
Author: Melissa Sperka

Ingredients

  • 4 cup pecan halves
  • 1 large egg white
  • 1 Tbsp pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
  • 1 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon plus 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice or 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 250°F. Butter the bottom and sides of a 15x10x1.5-inch jelly roll pan.
  • In a mixing bowl, beat together the egg white and vanilla extract until frothy and light beige in color.
  • Coat the pecan pieces in the beaten egg white stirring until evenly coated.
  • Place the granulated sugar, brown sugar, spices and salt in a large plastic storage bag. Seal the bag and shake to combine.
  • Drop the pecans into the sugar mixture.
  • Seal the bag and shake until the pecans are coated on all sides.
  • Spread the nuts in a single layer on the jelly roll pan.
  • Bake for 1 hour stirring every 15 minutes.
  • Spread on wax paper and cool completely.
  • Store tightly covered at room temperature.
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Comments

  1. Carol at Wild Goose Tea says

    November 20, 2014 at 8:02 pm

    I like the idea of garnishing other dishes with the nuts. Wow that would be an ‘added value’ as the marketing phrase goes. Problem is—I would probably eat the nuts first. And if not me, some other family member.

    Reply
  2. Melissa says

    November 21, 2014 at 12:46 am

    It’s true these nuts are addicting. Thanks Carol!

    Reply
  3. Kristine Reighard says

    December 11, 2017 at 10:27 pm

    Made these tonight to give as gifts. I tried one. Then 2… no idea how I’m going to part with these! Perfection!!

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      December 11, 2017 at 11:03 pm

      Ha! I can completely relate, thank you!

      Reply
  4. Veronica says

    December 11, 2017 at 10:52 pm

    Made these today and they are super delicious! I got complements from my husband’s grandma and great aunt and they both have been making baked goods and candies for many years

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      December 11, 2017 at 11:03 pm

      Wonderful, they are quite addictive. Thanks so much for taking the time to let me know.

      Reply
  5. Janice in Alaska says

    October 27, 2018 at 8:05 pm


    WOW !! Yummy, delicious, and oh so addictive 🙂 The egg white gives the nuts a nice crunch, crunchy not hard as a rock crunchy. These will be given out during the holidays. Thank you so much for sharing this recipe

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      October 27, 2018 at 8:43 pm

      I’m delighted you loved these, thanks Janet!

      Reply
  6. Erin says

    December 2, 2018 at 12:23 pm


    Oh my goodness, these are AMAZING!!! I love Pecans, but have never really been a huge fan of candied nuts. I absolutely LOVE these. They are extremely addictive. I gave a container of them to a neighbor & she sent me a video of her locking them in her safe so that she & her husband would quit eating them 😆 Tha is for sharing!!

    Reply
    • Melissa says

      December 2, 2018 at 12:31 pm

      I love it, Erin, thank you for taking the time to let me know. I share your love of these Pecans!

      Reply

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