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Spicy Candied Pecans

Spicy Candied Pecans

These Spicy Candied Pecans are great any time of year but are especially good for holiday treats! 

Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Keyword Spicy Candied Pecans
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients

  • 3 cups pecan halves
  • 1/4 cup butter melted
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon cardamom
  • 1/2 teaspoon fresh grated nutmeg

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Butter large cookie sheets.
  3. Add the melted butter, water and sugar to a saucepan and heat until the sugar is dissolved. Add the spices and pecans and stir until well coated. About 5 minutes.
  4. Transfer to a buttered cookie sheet in a single layer and bake until golden. Approximately 10 minutes.
  5. Cool and store in airtight containers.