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Candied Pecans

Published: September 29, 2021 | Last Updated: November 6, 2021 | Lisa 1 Comment
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Last Updated November 6th, 2021 at 02:12 pm by Lisa

Spicy Candied Pecans in a white ceramic bowl with decorated Mason gift jars filled with pecans nearby.

Candied Pecans flavored with pumpkin pie spice are crunchy, sweet, with a kick of heat. Use as a perfect Fall appetizer on a grazing table, cheeseboard, or pack up as a homemade holiday food gift.

These are egg-free, gluten-free, and great for snacks.

Wrap in pretty decorated mason jars, add gift tags. Someone will be delighted...

A white bowl filled with candied pecans on with a few pecans on a linen towel.

⬆Candied Pecans Video ⬆

Why This Recipe Works

  • These are the perfect mix of spicy and sweet and have all the wonderful flavors of pumpkin pie spice including; cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, allspice, and cloves.
  • They are great to serve on cheeseboards and grazing tables.
  • Toss them into a Christmas salads, they add a sweet-spicy crunch.
  • Gift these sweet treats as a gourmet holiday hostess gift or holiday gift.

You Will Need..

Pecans, a variety of spices, sugar, and water are all you need for these yummy candied pecans!

  • 2 cups pecan halves (8 oz bag)
  • 3 Tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoons ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoons nutmeg
  • 1 ½ teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1 ½ teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 teaspoon kosher sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (if a kick of heat isn't your thing, leave out!)
  • ½ cup powder sugar
  • 2-4 tablespoons water

How to Make Candied Pecans

Step 1: Preheat the oven to 250° degrees.

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Step 2: Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

Tip: Use parchment paper, not wax paper. Wax paper will melt!

Step 3: In a medium bowl, whisk together the cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, allspice, cloves, sea salt, cayenne pepper, and powder sugar.

Step 4: Add the pecans to the sugar mixture, along with 2 tablespoons of water. Stir until dissolved into a sticky glaze.

Tip: Add a bit more water if needed until you get a sticky glaze.

Step 5: Pour the pecans onto a baking sheet into a single layer, avoid the nuts touching. Use all the glaze from the bowl, and pour over the pecans. Bake 250 degrees for 60 minutes, stirring one time during the hour until the pecans are dry and crunchy.

Step 6: Once done, slide the parchment off of the hot baking sheet and allow the pecans to cool completely on the countertop.

Note: When you mix the nuts and spices, they will be wet and sticky like the photo below.

Once they are baked and dry, their coating is no longer glossy.

The result is so good you'll be dreaming of your next batch of spiced pecans before you even finish your first!

Can I Make Sweet (Not-Spicy) Pecans?

Sure thing! If you want spiced pecans but not spicy pecans, omit the cayenne pepper. This will take away the kick of heat and leave you with sweet spiced pecans.

Can I Use This Recipe for Other Candied Nuts?

Yes! Candied walnuts and candied almonds can be made with this recipe. Pecans are my favorite though... it's hard to beat the slight natural sweetness of pecans paired with sugar and spices!

How to Store Candied Pecans

Store pecans in decorated mason jars. Hot glue small wooden leaves from the craft store or use airtight containers and keep them chilled in the fridge.

What To Do With Candied Pecans?


They are great to serve on cheeseboards and grazing tables.
Toss them into holiday salads, they add a sweet-spicy crunch.
Gift as a gourmet holiday hostess gift or holiday gift.

How Long Do Candied Pecans Last?

Store candied pecans in an airtight sealable container or Mason jar at room temperature for one week. They will last in the fridge for 3-4 weeks chilled in the refrigerator, or freezer for up to two months.

Homemade Food Gift

Write out a cute gift tag for your decorated mason jars and maybe include the recipe for a fun homemade food gift!

The jars alone will make a wonderful gift, but if you want to take things up a notch, you can serve them as part of a gorgeous autumn gift basket. 

In a large basket, tuck in a fabulous throw, some fall-colored roses, a couple of bottles of wine, and a jar of your pecans. Who wouldn't want to receive this beautiful gift?

If you want more homemade food gift ideas for the holiday season, check out my post on 8 Holiday DIY Gourmet Food Gifts!

How to Use Candied Pecans

  • On a salad bar: At a fall or holiday gathering, set up a salad bar so your guests can create a salad to their liking. Candied Pecans make the perfect salad topping!
  • On a cheeseboard: These pecans make the perfect addition to a cheese board at parties and gatherings.
  • In a bowl in your favorite cozy spot: Fall is the perfect time to relax with a good book and your favorite blanket! Serve up a bowl of Candied Pecans to keep you company.
  • On an appetizer table: See the section below for my friend Lidy's tips on how to make an easy appetizer "grazing" table for your next party!

Appetizer Grazing Table Tips

I am SMITTEN with the way Lidy from French Garden House sets up an easy appetizer table with Spiced Candied Pecans...how stunning is this? And to quote her,

"Want to know a secret to a really easy way to entertain? Having family and or friends over for appetizers and drinks is a lot easier than a full-fledged dinner party. Bonus: It’s a lot more F U N too!"

-Lidy Baars

And she is so right!  Her post How To Design A Stunning Appetizer Display gives lots of ideas and tips on how to host effortlessly.

Her secret is to keep the food simple and display it gorgeously!

I LOVE LOVE LOVE the board down the middle of the table, and everyone refills their own plate...and let me tell you we nibbled and giggled as we "worked" on this. I love what I do!

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On this appetizer table we also served, wait for it... Brie and Bacon Palmiers. 3 ingredients, and a 100% delicious wow result. Also tucked on our table, we served Meyer Lemon Tapenade. Fresh and delicious with sweet Meyer Lemons, and we scooped some into mini bell pepper halves...this combo is supreme.

Before the holidays make us crazy busy, take time to enjoy friends and family around a grazing table, whether inside or out. Easy entertaining is all about making a few appetizers and buy some things ready to go from the store.

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A white bowl with candied pecans and a few on the table with jars filled with them nearby.
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Candied Pecans

Candied Pecans are flavored like pumpkin pie and crunchy sweet with a kick of heat! A wonderful gourmet holiday food gift, wrap in mason jars with cute gift tags and a bow. This recipe has no egg and is vegan.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 213kcal
Author Lisa Hatfield

Equipment

Large Metal Sheet Pan
Parchment Paper Sheets
Mason Ball Pint Jar

Ingredients

  • 2 cups pecan halves 8 oz bag
  • 3 Tablespoons ground cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoons ground ginger
  • 1 teaspoons nutmeg
  • 1 ½ teaspoon ground allspice
  • 1 ½ teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 teaspoon kosher sea salt
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • ½ cup powder sugar
  • 2-4 tablespoons water
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • Pre-heat oven to 250° degrees.
  • Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. (Use parchment paper and not wax paper, it will melt).
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, allspice, cloves, sea salt, cayenne pepper, and powder sugar.
  • Add the pecans to the sugar mixture, along with 2 tablespoons water. Stir until dissolved into a sticky glaze. (Add a bit more water if needed until you get a sticky glaze.)
  • Pour the pecans onto a baking sheet into a single layer, avoid the nuts touching. Use all the glaze from the bowl, and pour over the pecans. Bake 250 degrees for 60 minutes, stirring one-time during the hour until the pecans are dry and crunchy.
  • Once done, slide the parchment off of the hot baking sheet and allow the pecans to cool completely on the countertop.
  • Store in a decorated mason jars (hot glue small wooden leaves from the craft store) or airtight containers. Write out a cute gift tag, and maybe include the recipe for a fun gift!

Notes

serving

Candied pecans go great on cheeseboards and grazing tables. 
Toss them in a Christmas salad!

not spicy

If you want spiced pecans but not spicy pecans, omit the cayenne pepper. This will take away the kick of heat and leave you with sweet spiced pecans.

making different candied nuts

Yes, this recipe works fine to make candied walnuts and candied almonds.  Pecans are my favorite though... it's hard to beat the slight natural sweetness of pecans paired with sugar and spices!

storage

Store these pecans in decorated mason jars (hot glue small wooden leaves from the craft store) or airtight containers in the refrigerator. 

holiday food gift

Write out a cute gift tag for your decorated mason jars and maybe include the recipe for a fun homemade food gift!
The jars alone will make a wonderful gift, but if you want to take things up a notch, you can serve them as part of a gorgeous autumn gift basket. In a large basket, tuck in a fabulous throw, some fall-colored roses, a couple of bottles of wine, and a jar of your pecans. Who wouldn't want to receive this beautiful gift?

Nutrition

Calories: 213kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 18g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 292mg | Potassium: 121mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 75IU | Vitamin C: 0.5mg | Calcium: 52mg | Iron: 1mg
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  1. FrenchGardenHouse says

    October 30, 2017 at 8:40 am

    5 stars
    These were seriously the BEST holiday nuts I've ever tasted. They are so good, the spice kicks them up a knot to spectacular. I know that at FrenchGardenHouse, we'll be making lots of these during fall and the holiday season.

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