Indulge in a delightful culinary journey with our exquisite Orange Pecan Gems, a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. These delectable treats are a perfect balance of sweet and tangy, with a hint of nutty crunch.
Each bite of these Orange Pecan Gems takes you on a sensory adventure. The burst of citrus from the oranges, the richness of the pecans, and the subtle sweetness of the sugar create a harmonious blend that is simply irresistible.
Whether you're looking for a delightful snack or a charming addition to your dessert table, these Orange Pecan Gems are sure to impress. Easy to make and requiring only a handful of ingredients, they are a perfect treat for bakers of all skill levels.
This recipe provides two variations to cater to your preferences. The classic Orange Pecan Gems offer a straightforward yet delicious experience, while the Chocolate Drizzle Orange Pecan Gems add an extra layer of decadence with a rich chocolate drizzle.
So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a delightful baking journey together. You'll be amazed at how quickly these Orange Pecan Gems disappear, leaving you craving more.
ORANGE PECAN COOKIES
"This cookie is pure heaven with a glass of milk," writes Eleanor Henry of Derry, New Hampshire. It has a subtle orange flavor and just a sprinkling of chopped pecans throughout.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 25m
Yield 6 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Beat in egg, orange juice and zest. Combine flour, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture. Stir in pecans. Shape dough into two 11-1/2-in. rolls; wrap in plastic. Refrigerate for 4 hours or overnight. , Unwrap; cut into 1/4-in. slices. Place 2 in. apart on lightly greased baking sheet. Bake at 400° for 7-8 minutes or until golden brown. Remove to wire racks to cool.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 112 calories, Fat 6g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 20mg cholesterol, Sodium 105mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.
ORANGE AND CINNAMON CRUSTED PECANS
Provided by Food Network
Categories appetizer
Time 20m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a deep saucepan, combine the sugar, water, orange zest, and cinnamon and bring to a boil. Add the pecans and simmer, stirring, as the water evaporates. The glaze will be shiny and transparent at first, then turn opaque, and crystallize as the water cooks away.
- When the nuts are completely coated with sugar crystals, they are done. Spread them out on a sheet pan to cool. (To wash the saucepan, soak it overnight.)
ORANGE PECAN GEM COOKIES
Make and share this Orange Pecan Gem Cookies recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Midwest Maven
Categories Drop Cookies
Time 23m
Yield 27 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees, and grease baking sheets.
- Combine cake mix, yogurt, egg, butter, and chopped pecans in a large bowl.
- Beat at low speed with electric mixer until blended.
- Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls, 2 inches apart, on prepared baking sheets.
- Press a pecan half into the center of each cookie.
- Bake for 11-13 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Cool for 1 minute on baking sheets, then remove to cooling racks and cool completely.
- Store in airtight container. Makes 4 1/2 - 5 dozen cookies.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 149.5, Fat 8.8, SaturatedFat 1.4, Cholesterol 9.7, Sodium 138.7, Carbohydrate 16.6, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 9.1, Protein 2
ORANGE PECAN GEMS
This is a great cookie for fall gatherings.
Provided by Debra Russell
Categories Cookies
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- 1. Combine cake mix,yogurt,egg,butter and chopped pecans. Mix until well blended.
- 2. Drop by spoon on to greased cookie-sheet.Press pecan half in the middle of each cookie.
- 3. Bake at 350 for 11 to 13 minutes.
ORANGE PECANS
A nice appetizer or snack. Especially nice around the holidays, and can be made 3 days ahead. From Bon Appetit, November 1994.
Provided by lazyme
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 30m
Yield 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 300ºF.
- Melt butter in heavy medium saucepan over low heat. Add orange peel, cinnamon, coriander, cloves and cayenne and stir until aromatic, about 30 seconds.
- Add pecans, then sugar and salt and stir to coat evenly. Transfer nut mixture to baking sheet.
- Bake until nuts are toasted, stirring occasionally, about 20 minutes. Cool. (Can be prepared 3 days ahead. Store airtight at room temperature).
ORANGE PECAN GEMS
A very simple cookie recipe that requires very little time.
Provided by Judy W
Categories Cookies
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 350^. Grease baking sheets. Combine cake mix, yogurt, egg, butter and chopped pecans in large bowl. Beat at low speed until blended.
- 2. Drop by rounded teaspoonfuls 2 inches apart onto prepared baking sheets. Press pecan half into center of each cookie. Bake for 11 to 13 minutes or until golden brown . Cool 1 minute on baking sheets, remove to cooling racks. Cool completely.
ORANGE PECANS
Provided by Deborah Thomas-Gruby
Categories Quick & Easy Low Sodium Orange Pecan Bon Appétit Florida
Yield Makes about 4 cups
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Line cookie sheet with waxed paper. Bring first 3 ingredients to boil in heavy large saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly. Boil 30 seconds. Stir in pecans. Spread pecans on waxed paper. Cool completely. Separate pecans if necessary. (Can be prepared up to 1 week ahead. Store in airtight container.)
ORANGE-SUGARED PECANS
I regularly cook up these candied pecans for Christmas gift-giving and family munching. The citrusy-sweet flavor is different and delicious.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 15m
Yield 2-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a large heavy saucepan, combine the sugar, water and orange juice concentrate. Cook over medium-high heat, without stirring, until a candy thermometer reads 238° (soft-ball stage). Remove from the heat; stir in pecans and orange zest. , Beat until mixture thickens and loses its gloss, about 2 minutes. Drop by teaspoonfuls onto waxed paper to set. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 178 calories, Fat 10g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 0 sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.
ORANGE CREAMSICLE CANDIED PECANS
These are a year-round favorite in our house. We've made several variations and still come back to this one as our all-time favorite. Hand-shelled pecans from Grandma's tree, with a vanilla-orange sugar coating that gets its depth from cinnamon, pepper, rosemary, and a bit of Kahlua® and Grand Marnier®.
Provided by itsshellebelle
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Nuts and Seeds
Time 50m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Heavily butter a large metal baking sheet.
- Beat egg whites and water together in the bowl of a stand mixer until stiff peaks form. Add orange extract and vanilla extract; beat until incorporated, 1 minute.
- Mix sugar, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper together in a separate bowl; fold sugar mixture into egg white mixture until just incorporated. Fold in rosemary and tangerine zest until evenly mixed. Add pecans to the sugar-egg white mixture; toss to coat. Spread coated pecans in one layer onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven, turning the baking sheet and stirring the pecans with a metal spoon every 8 to 10 minutes, until crispy and golden brown, 30 to 40 minutes. Transfer to a sheet of parchment paper to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 402.8 calories, Carbohydrate 27.4 g, Fat 32.7 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 127.6 mg, Sugar 22.4 g
Tips:
- Use fresh oranges. The fresher the oranges, the better the flavor of your gems will be.
- Zest the oranges before juicing them. The zest contains a lot of flavor, so it's important to get it into the gems.
- Don't overmix the batter. Overmixing can make the gems tough.
- Bake the gems until they are just set. Overbaking will make them dry.
- Let the gems cool completely before glazing them. This will help the glaze set properly.
- Enjoy the gems fresh out of the oven or store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
These orange pecan gems are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They are bursting with orange flavor and have a delightful crunch from the pecans. The glaze adds a sweet and tangy finish that takes them to the next level. Whether you are serving them for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, these gems are sure to be a hit.
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