Maple Candied Pecans
In just 5 short minutes, you can turn regular pecans into sweet, buttery candied pecans that are bursting with maple flavor. Eat them as a snack, or use them to garnish your favorite salads, side dishes, and desserts!
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 2 cups pecans 1x
- Category: candy
- Method: stovetop
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/4 cup (78 grams) pure maple syrup
- 1/4 cup (53 grams) brown sugar
- 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups (227 grams) raw pecan halves
- 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium to large skillet, combine the maple syrup, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Bring to a low simmer over medium-low heat, stirring the mixture together as it heats up.
- Add the pecans and cook until they've absorbed all of the liquid, stirring nearly constantly. This should take no more than about 5 minutes.
- Remove the pecans from the stovetop and stir in the vanilla extract. Immediately transfer to the parchment lined baking sheet in a single layer and let cool before eating.
Notes
Storing and Shelf Life:
- Store cooled pecans in an airtight container at room temperature, ideally in a dry, dark place like a pantry. They should stay fresh for at least 2 weeks. Nuts can also be frozen for up to 3 months.
Find it online: https://www.brighteyedbaker.com/diy-candied-pecans/
