CANDIED PECANS
These candied pecans are perfect to serve with cocktails or toss over salads, and the best part is that they take just 15 minutes to make!
Provided by Jennifer Segal
Categories Appetizers
Time 15m
Yield Makes 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and set an oven rack in the middle position. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the Confectioners' sugar, kosher salt, cayenne pepper, and water.
- Add the pecans to the sugar mixture and stir until the nuts are evenly coated.
- Transfer the pecans to the prepared baking sheet and arrange in a single layer. Do your best to make sure the nuts are evenly spread out (if they are clumped together, they won't cook evenly). Scrape out every last bit of glaze from the bowl and drizzle over the nuts. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until the pecans are caramelized and the caramel on the baking sheet is a rich brown color but not burnt. (The nuts around the edges will darken first; watch closely so they don't burn.)
- Immediately slide the parchment off of the hot baking sheet and allow the pecans to cool completely on the countertop (this stops the cooking process and prevents the nuts from burning). Once cool, remove the pecans from the parchment, breaking apart any clusters if necessary, and store in an airtight container for up to two weeks.
- Note: If the nuts are sticky after cooling, that means they are a bit undercooked. Pop them back in the oven for a few minutes and let cool again.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1/4 cup, Calories 217, Fat 20 g, Carbohydrate 11 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sugar 8 g, Fiber 3 g, Sodium 178 mg, Cholesterol 0 mg
SWEET-HOT GLAZED NUTS
A tantalizing combination of sweetness and spice--these hot/sweet nuts are always a hit! Recipe may be made with almonds, walnuts or pecans (or a combination). Originally from Sunset magazine.
Provided by BecR2400
Categories Candy
Time 40m
Yield 2 cups, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a bowl, mix honey, sugar, 1 tablespoon butter, salt, cayenne and cinnamon. Add nuts and mix well to coat.
- Scrape nut mixture into a buttered 9-by-13-inch baking pan and shake to make level.
- Bake in 300 degree F oven, shaking pan often, until nuts are golden brown under skins (break a nut to test, if necessary), 20 to 25 minutes.
- Scrape nuts onto a buttered 10-by-12-inch piece of foil and let cool about 5 minutes, then break apart.
- Serve, or store airtight up to three days. These nuts also freeze well; store in an airtight container or double freezer bag for up to 2 months. Makes a great holiday or hostess gift, presented in a tin or jar tied with a pretty ribbon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 33.8, Sodium 145.7, Carbohydrate 9, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 8.8
CANDIED PECANS
These easy Candied Pecans crunchy and sweet with perfect caramelized pecans flavor. They're great for topping on salads, as part of a charcuterie board, giving as holiday gifts, or to enjoy as a snack.
Provided by Lauren Allen
Categories Snack
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Add granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt to a bowl and stir to combine.
- In a separate large bowl, beat the egg white, vanilla, and water until stiff peaks form.
- Add the pecans to the egg whites mixture and gently toss to coat. Add the cinnamon sugar mixture and stir gently until the pecans are well coated.
- Spread the pecans into a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for about 40-45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and allow the pecans to cool completely on the baking sheet.
- When completely cool, store in an airtight container for up to 1 month.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 995 kcal, Carbohydrate 69 g, Protein 11 g, Fat 81 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 603 mg, Fiber 11 g, Sugar 56 g, ServingSize 1 serving
SWEET, SALTY, SPICY PARTY NUTS
I find this technique much easier than the stovetop pan method. You'll get beautiful, perfectly frosted nuts that are roasted evenly, with no bitter burned spots.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Snacks Party Mix Recipes
Time 27m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and lightly coat with cooking spray.
- Combine walnut halves, pecan halves, almonds, and cashews in a large bowl. Add salt, black pepper, cumin, and cayenne pepper; toss to coat.
- Heat sugar, water, and butter in a small saucepan over medium heat until the butter is melted. Cook for 1 minute and remove from heat. Slowly pour butter mixture over the bowl of nuts and stir to coat.
- Transfer nuts to the prepared baking sheet and spread into a single layer.
- Bake nuts in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Stir nuts until the warm syrup coats every nut. Spread into a single layer, return to the oven, and bake until nuts are sticky and roasted, about 6 minutes. Allow to cool before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 219 calories, Carbohydrate 12.7 g, Cholesterol 1.9 mg, Fat 18.1 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 205.7 mg, Sugar 7.5 g
GLAZED NUTS
These are so fast and easy to make and look so pretty in a nice candy dish. This recipe only makes 1/2 pound (the program will not allow me a 1/2 so I put 1 pound...please ignore) so prepare to make a couple batches. They will go very fast.
Provided by Karen From Colorado
Categories Candy
Time 12m
Yield 1/2 Pound
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- In a heavy 8 inch skillet combine nuts, sugar and butter.
- Cook over med heat, stirring constantly until sugar is melted and golden in color and nuts are toasted (about 7 minutes).
- Spread nuts on a butter cookie sheet or aluminum foil, separating nuts.
- Sprinkle lightly with salt.
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