Candied Pecans

This easy stovetop candied pecans recipe is great for holiday entertaining and gift-giving! But it's also a great topping for soups and salads. You can also enjoy it as a delicious sweet and salty snack option!

Cook Time 20 minutes

Servings

Ingredients

4 cups pecans
½ cup brown sugar
2 Tablespoons butter
2 Tablespoons water
½-1 Tablespoon cinnamon
Pinch salt

Instructions

Add brown sugar, butter, water, cinnamon and salt to a large sauté pan.
Mix the ingredients over medium-low heat and heat until it's hot and bubbles.
Add in the pecans and mix to coat.
Cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring frequently. The sauce will cook down and glaze the nuts.
Pour onto a sheet on parchment paper and allow to cool completely. Then break apart and enjoy!

Notes

You can add a bit of vanilla for some extra flavor if you're a fan of vanilla.