Cinnamon Maple Pecans
Crunchy candied pecans with cinnamon-maple sugar. Bake at 250 F for about 1 hour. Perfect for gifts, parties, and snacking.
These are great for Holiday parties, and make a great homemade gift.
Submitted by: Lonnie Romero from Chicago, IL
Yield: 1 pound
- Toss pecans in whipped egg white, coat with cinnamon-maple and cane sugar, then bake at 250 F for about 1 hour.
- Stir every 15 minutes and spread in a single layer so nuts crisp and do not clump.
- Store cooled pecans in an airtight container for 1 to 2 weeks or freeze for longer storage.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long and at what temperature do I bake these pecans?
Preheat oven to 250 F. Bake the coated pecans for about 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. Spread them in a single layer so they dry and crisp without sticking.
What is cinnamon maple sugar and what can I use if I do not have it?
Cinnamon maple sugar is sugar flavored with cinnamon and maple. If you do not have it, mix 1/2 cup granulated sugar with 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon and 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon maple extract. Brown sugar plus a small drop of maple extract also works.
Can I make this recipe vegan?
Yes. Replace the egg white with 2 tablespoons of aquafaba per egg white. Whip the aquafaba until frothy, then proceed the same way to coat the nuts.
How do I keep the pecans from sticking to the pan?
Grease the baking sheet lightly or use parchment paper. Stir the nuts every 15 minutes and spread them out so they do not touch. Let them cool fully before moving or storing.
How long will the candied pecans keep and how should I store them?
After cooling completely, store pecans in an airtight container at room temperature for 1 to 2 weeks. Refrigerate to extend freshness up to about 1 month, or freeze for up to 3 months.
Can I use other nuts or add different spices?
Yes. Almonds, walnuts, cashews, or seeds work well. Add spices like nutmeg, cardamom, cloves, or a pinch of cayenne. Watch bake time if pieces are smaller or chopped; check sooner.
My pecans are still soft after baking. How do I fix them?
Return them to the oven at 250 F and bake for another 10 to 20 minutes, stirring often, until they feel dry and crisp. Make sure they cool completely before storing.
Can I make these in an air fryer?
Yes, in small batches. Use about 300 F and check every 3 to 5 minutes, shaking the basket. Total time is usually 8 to 15 minutes depending on your air fryer. Watch closely to avoid burning.
How long and at what temperature do I bake these pecans?
Preheat oven to 250 F. Bake the coated pecans for about 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes. Spread them in a single layer so they dry and crisp without sticking.
What is cinnamon maple sugar and what can I use if I do not have it?
Cinnamon maple sugar is sugar flavored with cinnamon and maple. If you do not have it, mix 1/2 cup granulated sugar with 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon and 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon maple extract. Brown sugar plus a small drop of maple extract also works.
Can I make this recipe vegan?
Yes. Replace the egg white with 2 tablespoons of aquafaba per egg white. Whip the aquafaba until frothy, then proceed the same way to coat the nuts.
How do I keep the pecans from sticking to the pan?
Grease the baking sheet lightly or use parchment paper. Stir the nuts every 15 minutes and spread them out so they do not touch. Let them cool fully before moving or storing.
How long will the candied pecans keep and how should I store them?
After cooling completely, store pecans in an airtight container at room temperature for 1 to 2 weeks. Refrigerate to extend freshness up to about 1 month, or freeze for up to 3 months.
Can I use other nuts or add different spices?
Yes. Almonds, walnuts, cashews, or seeds work well. Add spices like nutmeg, cardamom, cloves, or a pinch of cayenne. Watch bake time if pieces are smaller or chopped; check sooner.
My pecans are still soft after baking. How do I fix them?
Return them to the oven at 250 F and bake for another 10 to 20 minutes, stirring often, until they feel dry and crisp. Make sure they cool completely before storing.
Can I make these in an air fryer?
Yes, in small batches. Use about 300 F and check every 3 to 5 minutes, shaking the basket. Total time is usually 8 to 15 minutes depending on your air fryer. Watch closely to avoid burning.
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