Description
Craving the best holiday snack ideas? These easy cinnamon sugar pecans are quick to make and totally irresistible! A simple and healthy-ish treat that’s perfect for gifting, charcuterie boards, or snacking. Made with pantry staples and big flavor, they’re a go-to for every holiday gathering!
Ingredients
- 4 cups pecan halves
- 1 egg white
- 1 tbsp water
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, whisk egg white and water until frothy.
- Add pecans to the egg mixture and stir to coat.
- In a separate bowl, mix both sugars, cinnamon, salt, and vanilla.
- Pour sugar mixture over pecans and stir until well coated.
- Spread pecans on prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
- Bake for 40–45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes.
- Let cool completely before storing in an airtight container.
Notes
- Stir pecans during baking to prevent burning.
- Add a pinch of cayenne for a spicy twist.
- Use walnuts or almonds as a substitute.
- Perfect for gifting in jars or bags.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American