Description
These Valentine Homemade Candied Pecans combine sweet, crunchy pecans with a hint of cinnamon, perfect for sharing with loved ones. Quick to prepare, these delectable treats make a charming gift or delightful snack that evokes warmth and joy.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 cups pecan halves
- 2 large egg whites, at room temperature
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 2 teaspoons salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F (149°C) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk egg whites and water until foamy and fluffy.
- Gently mix in granulated sugar, cinnamon, and salt without deflating the egg whites.
- Stir in pecans until fully coated with the mixture.
- Spread pecans on baking sheets and bake for about 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes.
- Cool on baking sheets until the sugar coating hardens.
Notes
Store pecans in an airtight container for up to three weeks.
If clumped, gently break apart with a spatula to maintain crunch.
Monitor baking closely during the last 10 minutes to avoid burning.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 oz (28g)
- Calories: 157
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 118mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg