These candied pecans are great as a topping for pumpkin pie or as a simple snack. I made a batch this year for my pumpkin cheesecake too! It’s always hard to stop the Hubby from eating them all… okay… me too!
Candied pecans are very easy to make, delicious and crunchy, and a nice change from the sweets that fill up the fridge and freezer at Christmas time. I know it says it has maple syrup as one of the main ingredients, but the cinnamon and spices help cut the sweetness.
Maple Candied Pecans
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon cardamon
- 1/4 teaspoon cloves
- 3/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 2 cups walnuts
Instructions
- Line a cookie tray with parchment paper.
- Melt butter in large skillet over medium heat.
- Stir in maple syrup, vanilla, and spices.
- Bring to a simmer (mixture should be frothy), about 3 minutes.
- Add pecans and toss to coat using a rubber spatula.
- Cook, stirring, until sauce is reduced and bubbly, about 3 minutes.
- Transfer the mixture to the lined cookie sheet and spread into a single layer.
- Bake at 375°F until the pecans are caramelized, about 10 minutes.
MAPLE CANDIED PECANS