How to Make Sugar-Coated Pecans - A Step-by-Step Guide

Nothing says fall like the sweet, crunchy goodness of sugar-coated pecans. Whether you're enjoying them as a snack, using them to top your favorite salad, or incorporating them into your holiday baking, these addictive little treats are sure to be a hit. The best part? They're incredibly easy to make at home, with just a handful of ingredients and a few simple steps.

These sugar-coated pecans are perfect for holiday gatherings, game day parties, or just snacking on during a cozy night...

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Ingredients

  • cooking spray
  • 1 egg white
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • ¾ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 pound pecan halves

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 10 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 1 pound

  • Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet with cooking spray.
  • Whisk together egg white and water in a medium bowl until frothy. Mix together sugar, salt, and cinnamon in a separate bowl.
  • Add pecans to egg white mixture; stir to coat. Transfer pecans to sugar mixture; toss to coat. Spread pecans out on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until crisp, about 1 hour; stir every 15 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    328 cal.

    • Total Fat: 27g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Sodium: 150mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 22g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 18g
    • Protein: 4g
    • Vitamin C: 0mg
    • Calcium: 28mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 160mg