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Easy Stovetop Candied Pecans with Cinnamon and Brown Sugar

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Make sweet, crunchy candied pecans on the stovetop in minutes. This simple recipe uses brown sugar and cinnamon for a perfect caramelized coating, ideal for snacking or topping salads.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup pecan halves
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 teaspoon butter

Instructions

  1. Combine granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a medium non-stick skillet.
  2. Add the water and butter to the skillet.
  3. Place the skillet over medium heat. Stir constantly until the sugar dissolves and the mixture begins to bubble, about 2 minutes.
  4. Add the pecan halves to the sugar mixture. Stir quickly and continuously to coat all the pecans evenly.
  5. Continue cooking and stirring for 3 to 5 minutes, until the sugar mixture thickens and coats the pecans with a glossy glaze. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
  6. Immediately remove the skillet from the heat.
  7. Pour the coated pecans onto a sheet of parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Spread them into a single layer quickly.
  8. Let the candied pecans cool completely, about 10 minutes, until the glaze hardens and they become crunchy.
  9. Break apart any clusters before serving or storing.

Notes

  • For a slightly spicy kick, add a tiny pinch of cayenne pepper with the cinnamon.
  • These homemade candied nuts are excellent for holiday pecan gifts.
  • Cooling the pecans on parchment paper prevents them from sticking together in one large clump.

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Find it online: https://kingscook.com/easy-candied-pecans-stovetop-recipe/