Easy Candied Pecans

We enjoyed these delicious candied pecans all summer long. I originally made them for a salad topping, but have found all kinds of other ways to use them along the way. Besides adding a delicious crunch to salads, they’re wonderful on yogurt, ice cream, pancakes, and waffles. They also make a delicious snack or appetizer nibble.

I love packaging these delicious candied pecans in little decorative bags or pretty jars for gift giving. They’re perfect for housewarmings, hostess, teacher, hairdresser, etc. gifts. The best thing about them? You can prepare these gifts way ahead of time because the candied pecans keep their shiny glaze and crunch for weeks, stored at room temperature.

Ingredients

• ⅓ cup sugar
• 5 teaspoons water
• 1 tablespoon corn syrup
• ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 1 ½ cup roughly chopped pecans or pecan halves

Instructions

• Spray a sheet of foil with cooking spray and place on a work surface. Spray two spoons (regular table size spoons) with cooking spray. Set aside
• Combine sugar, water, corn syrup salt and cinnamon in a small bowl. Stir well till all ingredients are incorporated. Set aside.
• Add pecans to a small sauté pan. Cook over medium heat for 2-3 minutes or until fragrant and beginning to toast.
• Add the sugar/spice mixture to the pan and stir with a heat-resistant spatula to coat the nuts. Stir continuously for another 5-10 minutes or until deep golden brown and shiny. (The length of time depends on the heat level but be sure to see notes above in the post.)
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