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A close-up of glossy, golden-brown cinnamon sugar pecans arranged on a rustic wooden platter, sprinkled with cinnamon and sugar, with some pecans slightly clustered to showcase their crunchy texture and shiny coating.

Easy Cinnamon Sugar Pecans for Snacking and Gifting

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Crispy, sweet, and aromatic cinnamon sugar pecans are easy to prepare at home. Perfect as a snack or gift, these pecans are coated in a delicious cinnamon sugar mixture and baked to perfection.

  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 2 cups

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, combine sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk egg white and vanilla until frothy.
  4. Add pecans to the egg white mixture, tossing until evenly coated.
  5. Transfer pecans to the cinnamon sugar mixture, tossing to coat thoroughly.
  6. Spread pecans in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 15-20 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until pecans are crispy and fragrant.
  8. Allow to cool completely before serving or packaging for gifting.

Notes

  • For extra flavor, add a pinch of nutmeg or allspice to the cinnamon sugar mixture.
  • Store cooled pecans in an airtight container for up to a week.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 cup (30g)
  • Calories: 180 Kcal
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 20mg
  • Fat: 15g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg