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Cinnamon Sugar Pecans Recipe

These cinnamon sugar pecans are crunchy, sweet, and lightly spiced — perfect for snacking, gifting, or topping salads and desserts. Ready in about 30 minutes using simple pantry ingredients.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 8

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 cups pecan halves
  • 1 large egg white lightly beaten
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 0.25 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • 0.5 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions
 

Preparation Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
  • In a large bowl, whisk the egg white until slightly frothy. Add the vanilla extract and whisk to combine.
  • Add the pecans to the egg white and toss until evenly coated.
  • In a separate bowl, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt.
  • Sprinkle the sugar mixture over the coated pecans and stir or toss until the pecans are evenly covered.
  • Spread the coated pecans in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, stirring or shaking the pan halfway through to ensure even toasting. Watch closely toward the end to avoid burning.
  • Remove from the oven and let the pecans cool completely on the baking sheet; they will crisp as they cool. Break apart any clusters.
  • Store cooled pecans in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.

Notes

For gift packaging, allow pecans to cool completely before placing in jars or bags. You can adjust the cinnamon or sugar amounts to taste.
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