Best 8 Five Spice Candied Pecans Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our Five-Spice Candied Pecans! These delectable treats are a culinary journey that tantalizes your taste buds with a harmonious blend of sweet, savory, and aromatic spices. Each pecan is meticulously coated in a luscious glaze infused with the essence of star anise, cinnamon, fennel, cloves, and peppercorns, creating a symphony of flavors that dance on your palate. Whether you enjoy them as a delightful snack, a topping for salads and yogurt parfaits, or an elegant garnish for desserts, our Five-Spice Candied Pecans are sure to elevate any occasion.

Dive into the culinary adventure with our curated collection of recipes, each featuring Five-Spice Candied Pecans as a star ingredient. From the irresistible Five-Spice Candied Pecan Brittle, where the brittle shatters into shards of sheer delight, to the tantalizing Five-Spice Candied Pecan Popcorn, which adds a touch of sophistication to movie nights. Embark on a culinary adventure with our Five-Spice Candied Pecan Cookies, where the chewy texture and burst of flavors create a delightful treat. And don't miss our Five-Spice Candied Pecan Ice Cream, a luxurious dessert that combines creamy vanilla ice cream with crunchy, spiced pecans, resulting in a symphony of textures and flavors.

Our recipes cater to various dietary preferences, including a gluten-free version of the Five-Spice Candied Pecans for those with gluten sensitivities. We also offer a vegan adaptation of the Five-Spice Candied Pecan Ice Cream, ensuring everyone can savor the delightful combination of flavors.

So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will awaken your senses and leave you craving more. Let our Five-Spice Candied Pecans elevate your culinary creations and transform ordinary dishes into extraordinary experiences.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CANDIED PECANS



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These candied pecans are perfect to serve with cocktails or toss over salads, and the best part is that they take just 15 minutes to make!

Provided by Jennifer Segal

Categories     Appetizers

Time 15m

Yield Makes 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

½ cup Confectioners' sugar
¾ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
4 teaspoons water
2 cups pecans

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F and set an oven rack in the middle position. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the Confectioners' sugar, kosher salt, cayenne pepper, and water.
  • Add the pecans to the sugar mixture and stir until the nuts are evenly coated.
  • Transfer the pecans to the prepared baking sheet and arrange in a single layer. Do your best to make sure the nuts are evenly spread out (if they are clumped together, they won't cook evenly). Scrape out every last bit of glaze from the bowl and drizzle over the nuts. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes, until the pecans are caramelized and the caramel on the baking sheet is a rich brown color but not burnt. (The nuts around the edges will darken first; watch closely so they don't burn.)
  • Immediately slide the parchment off of the hot baking sheet and allow the pecans to cool completely on the countertop (this stops the cooking process and prevents the nuts from burning). Once cool, remove the pecans from the parchment, breaking apart any clusters if necessary, and store in an airtight container for up to two weeks.
  • Note: If the nuts are sticky after cooling, that means they are a bit undercooked. Pop them back in the oven for a few minutes and let cool again.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1/4 cup, Calories 217, Fat 20 g, Carbohydrate 11 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sugar 8 g, Fiber 3 g, Sodium 178 mg, Cholesterol 0 mg

FIVE-SPICE PECANS



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Talk about a sugar-and-spice treat! Just try to stop eating these toasty, roasty snack nuts. "They're also great sprinkled on all kinds of salads." Anne Leslie - Chandler, IN

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 cups pecan halves
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet, cook pecans over medium heat until toasted, about 4 minutes. Add the brown sugar, syrup and five-spice powder. Cook and stir for 2-4 minutes or until sugar is melted. Spread on foil to cool. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285 calories, Fat 26g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 2mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

FIVE-SPICE PECAN



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Provided by Larraine Perri

Categories     Nut     Christmas     Cocktail Party     Thanksgiving     Vegetarian     Tree Nut     Pecan     Spice     Fall     Winter     Healthy     Vegan     Edible Gift     Christmas Eve     Self

Yield Makes 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 teaspoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon dark brown sugar
4 teaspoons water
1 1/2 teaspoons five-spice powder
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 cups pecan halves
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°. In a medium saucepan, warm 4 teaspoons vegetable oil over medium-low heat. Add 2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon dark brown sugar, 4 teaspoons water, 1 1/2 teaspoons five-spice powder, 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin and 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; stir until sugar dissolves and mixture bubbles. Add 2 cups pecan halves; cook, stirring, until pecans are thickly coated, about 3 minutes. Spread evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper; sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt. Bake until fragrant and crisp, 8 to 10 minutes. Cool completely.

CANDIED PECANS



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You can't eat just one. Crunchy, sweet, salty, and AMAZING!

Provided by Alix

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Nuts and Seeds

Time 1h10m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup white sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
1 egg white
1 tablespoon water
1 pound pecan halves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 250 degrees F (120 degrees C).
  • Mix sugar, cinnamon, and salt together in a bowl.
  • Whisk egg white and water together in a separate bowl until frothy. Toss pecans in the egg white mixture. Mix sugar mixture into pecan mixture until pecans are evenly coated. Spread coated pecans onto a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven, stirring every 15 minutes, until pecans are evenly browned, 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 393.3 calories, Carbohydrate 26.5 g, Fat 32.7 g, Fiber 4.5 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 238.2 mg, Sugar 21.8 g

FIVE-SPICE CANDIED PECANS



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Categories     Candy     Herb     Nut     Quick & Easy     Winter     Gourmet

Yield Makes about 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/4 cup water
1/4 cup sugar
2 teaspoons five-spice powder
1 teaspoon salt
2 cups pecan halves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly oil a shallow baking pan and a 12-inch square of foil, keeping pan and foil separate.
  • In a small heavy saucepan bring water to a boil with sugar, five-spice powder, and salt. Stir in pecans and simmer mixture, stirring, 1 minute. Immediately pour mixture evenly into pan and with a metal spatula spread pecans in one layer. Bake mixture in middle of oven 8 minutes, or until pecans turn mahogany-colored and most of liquid is evaporated. Immediately transfer pecans with metal spatula to foil, keeping them in one layer, and cool completely. (Pecans will continue to crisp as they cool.) Break up any pecans that have stuck together. (Candied pecans keep, in layers separated by wax paper, in an airtight container, frozen, 2 weeks.)

SUGAR AND SPICE CANDIED PECANS



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Holiday Treats! Can them for gifts! Top Christmas cookies with them! Garnish a salad with them. Or just eat them as is yummy good. Decorate a cake or pumpkin pie with them. Ok you know what you better double the recipe!

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Fruit

Time 20m

Yield 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 cups pecan halves
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 cup sugar
1/4 cup water
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon cardamom
1/2 teaspoon fresh grated nutmeg

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Butter large cookies sheets.
  • Heat in a saucepan melted butter, water and sugar till sugar is dissolved, add spices and pecans stirring till well coated about 3-5 minutes.
  • Transfer to cookie sheet and bake until golden about 10 minutes.
  • Cool store in airtight containers.

SPICED PECANS



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So simple, so good! Have tried several different combinations of spices, but keep coming back to this one. I use only pecans, but mixed nuts would be fine.

Provided by Pat

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 egg white, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon water
3 cups pecan halves
½ cup white sugar
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground cloves
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
  • In a small bowl beat the egg white with the water. Stir in the pecans, mixing until well moistened.
  • In a small bowl, mix together sugar, salt, cinnamon, cloves and nutmeg. Sprinkle over the moistened nuts. Spread nuts on prepared pan.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes, stirring once or twice. Be careful not to overcook and burn the nuts.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 443.1 calories, Carbohydrate 24.7 g, Fat 39 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 203.6 mg, Sugar 18.9 g

CHINESE FIVE-SPICE PECANS



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Chinese five-spice powder typically combines cinnamon, star anise, anise seeds, ginger, and cloves. The combination gives the pecans a sweet, bitter, salty, and pungent flavor that's great.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Vegetarian Recipes

Time 1h50m

Yield Makes 5 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 large egg white
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1/3 cup packed dark-brown sugar
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder
Coarse salt
4 3/4 cups pecans (1 1/4 pounds)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 250 degrees. Whisk egg white in a large bowl until foamy, about 30 seconds. Whisk in sugars, soy sauce, five-spice powder, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Add pecans, and toss to coat using a rubber spatula.
  • Transfer pecan mixture to a parchment-lined baking sheet, and spread into a single layer using rubber spatula. Bake, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, about 1 hour 10 minutes.
  • Transfer sheet to a wire rack, and let stand until cool and hardened, about 30 minutes.

Tips for Making Five-Spice Candied Pecans:

  • Use fresh pecans. Fresh pecans have a better flavor and texture than stale pecans.
  • Toast the pecans before candying them. Toasting the pecans will help to bring out their flavor and make them more crispy.
  • Use a good quality five-spice powder. The five-spice powder is the key ingredient in this recipe, so it's important to use a good quality one.
  • Don't overcook the pecans. Overcooked pecans will be hard and chewy. Cook them just until they are coated in the sugar syrup and have a slightly glossy appearance.
  • Let the pecans cool completely before storing them. This will help to prevent them from sticking together.

Conclusion:

Five-spice candied pecans are a delicious and versatile snack that can be enjoyed on their own or used as a topping for desserts, such as ice cream and yogurt. They are also a great addition to holiday gift baskets.

With their sweet and savory flavor, five-spice candied pecans are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a tasty snack, give this recipe a try!

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