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Quick Candied Pecans (5 Minute Recipe)

Prep Time 2 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 4 servings
Calories 200
Delight in these easy, crunchy candied pecans made in just five minutes, perfect for snacking or garnishing desserts.

Ingredients

Pecans

  • 1 cup pecan halves
  • 0.25 cup maple syrup
  • 0.25 tsp cinnamon
  • 0.5 tbsp butter
  • pinch salt

Instructions 

  • Toast the pecans in a skillet over medium heat for 2–3 minutes, stirring often.
  • Add maple syrup, cinnamon, and salt; stir to coat.
  • Cook until the syrup thickens and forms a shiny glaze, about 2 minutes.
  • Spread pecans on parchment paper and separate them.
  • Cool completely until the glaze hardens.

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
Calories: 200kcal
Cost: $10
Course: Snack
Keyword: Pecans