Mexican•indulgent
Easy Candied Pecans
These candied pecans are easy to make on the stovetop! No need to turn on the oven. Crunchy, sweet and the perfect little snack ready in under 10 minutes!
- Prep time
- 4 min
- Cook time
- 4 min
- Yield
- 6 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
Ingredients
6
- 4 tbsp granulated sugar
- 4 tbsp light brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup pecan halves ((raw or toasted work))
Instructions
- 1
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper (or a silicone baking mat) and set aside.
- 2
Add granulated sugar, light brown sugar, ground cinnamon and butter to a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
- 3
Mix to combine and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sugar has completely dissolved with the butter.
- 4
Quickly add pecans to skillet and stir to fully coat the outside of the nuts.
- 5
Transfer candied pecans to prepared baking sheet and let cool for 5 minutes.
- 6
Break apart and enjoy immediately or transfer to an airtight container and store on the counter.