Description
These Stovetop Maple Candied Pecans are a sweet and crunchy snack made by toasting pecans and coating them in a warm maple syrup glaze infused with cinnamon. Perfect for topping salads, desserts, or enjoying on their own as a delicious treat.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 1 cup pecan halves
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Toast Pecans: In a medium skillet, toast the pecans over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently to prevent burning and bring out their natural oils.
- Add Maple Glaze: Add the maple syrup, ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt to the skillet with the toasted pecans. Stir well to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Cook and Coat: Continue cooking over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the maple syrup thickens and fully coats the pecans, about 3-5 minutes. This will create a sticky, sweet glaze.
- Cool Pecans: Remove the skillet from heat and immediately spread the pecans out onto a piece of parchment paper to cool. This prevents them from sticking together too much.
- Break Apart and Serve: Once completely cooled and hardened, break apart any clumps gently, and enjoy your delicious candied pecans as a snack or topping.
Notes
- For an extra crunch, you can let the pecans cool completely and then toss them again in a dry skillet over low heat for 1-2 minutes.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
- For a spicier twist, add a pinch of cayenne pepper along with the cinnamon.
- Use pure maple syrup for the best natural sweetness and flavor; pancake syrup is not a suitable substitute.
