Delicious Candied Pecans
First, let’s take a look at the beautiful finished product that will have everyone coming back for more!
Ingredients
Here’s what you need to whip up these scrumptious candied pecans:
- 1 cup of pecan halves
- 1/2 cup of granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup of water
- 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
Instructions
Now that you have your ingredients ready, let’s make some delicious candied pecans!
- In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, water, cinnamon, and salt. Cook over medium heat until the sugar dissolves, stirring occasionally.
- Once the mixture reaches a gentle boil, add the pecan halves. Stir to ensure all the nuts are evenly coated.
- Continue to cook the pecans for about 5-7 minutes, until the mixture thickens and starts to caramelize. Stir frequently to prevent burning.
- Once the pecans are well-coated and glossy, remove from the heat and mix in the vanilla extract.
- Quickly spread the pecans out onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, making sure they are in a single layer.
- Allow them to cool completely before breaking apart any clusters that may form.
And there you have it – perfectly candied pecans that are crunchy, sweet, and oh-so-irresistible! Store them in an airtight container to keep them fresh, and enjoy them as a tasty snack, topping, or unique gift. Happy cooking!