Candied Pecans

• 1 large egg white
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups pecan halves
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Steps

1. 1 Preheat oven to 250°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. 2 In a large bowl, whisk together egg white, salt, and vanilla extract until frothy.
3. 3 Add pecans to the egg white mixture and toss to coat evenly.
4. 4 Spread the pecans in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
5. 5 In a separate bowl, mix sugar and cinnamon.
6. 6 Sprinkle the sugar mixture over the pecans, gently pressing down to adhere.
7. 7 Bake for 10 minutes, stirring halfway through.
8. 8 Remove from oven and let cool completely on the baking sheet.

Nutrition

Tips

• For extra crunch, bake an additional 2-3 minutes, but watch closely to avoid burning.
• Store in an airtight container to keep them crispy.

Storage

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week. Reheating is optional but enhances the crunch.

Serving Suggestions

• Sprinkle over ice cream or yogurt for a festive touch.
• Serve in a bowl at parties as a crowd-pleasing snack.

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