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Candied Pecans on Stove

How to make candied pecans on stove top this year. Sugared nuts are the best Christmas dessert you can snack on all day long.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time2 minutes
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: candied, caramelized, pecans, stove, stove top, sugar
Servings: 6
Author: The Typical Mom

Equipment

  • 1 pot
  • 1 baking sheet with parchment paper

Ingredients

  • 1.5 c pecans whole or halved
  • 1/4 c sugar
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper if you want some heat, optional

Instructions

  • Prepare a rimmed baking sheet with waxed or parchment paper. In a medium saucepan add the sugar and 1 tablespoon of water. Place over medium heat and stir constantly.
  • Bring the sugar solution to a boil and allow to boil for 2 minutes. Reduce the heat to low and stir the pecans into the syrup, tossing to coat.
  • If the syrup becomes thick too quickly, add the remaining water and stir until the sugar is crystalized on the pecans. Pour your pecans on to the prepared baking sheet, break apart if needed.
  • Allow to dry completely prior to storing in an airtight container at room temperature.

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Nutrition

Serving: 1oz | Calories: 203kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Sodium: 0.4mg | Potassium: 103mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 49IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 1mg