Best 6 Sweet And Spicy Maple Glazed Pecans Recipes

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Looking for a delightful and easy-to-make snack or addition to your holiday gatherings? Our Sweet and Spicy Maple Glazed Pecans recipe is the perfect treat for any occasion. These crunchy, caramelized pecans are coated in a luscious glaze made with pure maple syrup, brown sugar, cayenne pepper, and a hint of cinnamon. The combination of sweet, spicy, and smoky flavors creates an irresistible taste sensation that will leave you craving more. In this article, we'll provide you with step-by-step instructions and additional recipe variations to satisfy your cravings for both sweet and savory glazed pecans. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with this delectable treat!

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SWEET AND SPICY CANDIED PECANS



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Discover a wonderful, all-purpose recipe for sweet and spicy candied pecans. The nuts are great for candies and desserts and on salads or savory dishes.

Provided by Elizabeth LaBau

Categories     Dessert     Snack

Time 35m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 cups pecans (pieces or halves)
1 tablespoon butter
3 tablespoons brown sugar (dark)
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (ground)
3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (ground)
1 1/2 tablespoon maple syrup
1 1/2 teaspoon salt (kosher)

Steps:

  • Gather the ingredients.
  • Position a rack in the center of the oven and heat to 350 F. Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with aluminum foil and spraying the foil with cooking spray.
  • Spread the pecans on the baking sheet and toast them in the oven until dark and fragrant, about 10 minutes. Stir every 3 or 4 minutes.
  • While the pecans are toasting, prepare the coating mixture. Microwave the butter in a large microwave-safe bowl until melted. Stir in the brown sugar, maple syrup, salt, cayenne, and cinnamon.
  • Once the pecans are fragrant, remove them from the oven and pour the hot nuts into the coating mixture, reserving the baking sheet. Be careful as it might splutter and hiss. Stir until the nuts are evenly coated.
  • Pour the nuts back onto the reserved baking sheet, spreading them out into an even layer.
  • Bake for another 10 minutes, stirring after every 3 to 4 minutes. After 10 minutes, remove the nuts from the oven and allow them to cool and crisp up on the baking sheet.
  • Once cool, break the nuts apart or coarsely chop them.
  • Use them in your favorite recipe or simply serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 219 kcal, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 4 mg, Fiber 3 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 398 mg, Sugar 7 g, Fat 20 g, ServingSize 2 cups (8 servings), UnsaturatedFat 0 g

SWEET AND SPICY MAPLE GLAZED PECANS



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Categories     Candy     Nut     Bake     Quick & Easy

Number Of Ingredients 7

Butter (for the pan)
1 pound unsalted pecans
3 T melted butter
1/4 cup maple syrup
1 T brown sugar
3/4 t salt
1/2 t cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Set the oven at 375. Lightly butter a rimmed baking dish. In a bowl, toss the pecans with the melted butter, maple syrup, sugar,salt, adn cayenne. Transfer the nuts to the baking sheet. Bake, tossing often, for 10-12 minutes, until browned and fragrant. Cool on the baking sheet.

SWEET-AND-SPICY PECANS



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Provided by Food Network

Time 1h20m

Yield 4 cups nuts

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large egg white
2 cups unsalted pecan halves
2 cups unsalted roasted cashews
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon ground cumin
3/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Kosher salt

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F. Beat the egg white with 1 tablespoon water in a large bowl until foamy. Add the nuts, sugar, cumin, cayenne, cinnamon and 1/2 teaspoon salt and mix well. Spread the mixture on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake until the nuts are mostly dry but still slightly sticky, about 40 minutes.
  • Remove the nuts from the oven and stir. Reduce the temperature to 200 degrees F. Return the nuts to the oven and bake until crisp, about 30 more minutes. Stir to loosen the nuts from the baking sheet; cool completely on the sheet.

SWEET & SPICY GLAZED PECANS



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I love to add these pecans to salads of all kinds. Of course, they are pretty great just as they are! Feel free to adjust the seasoning to suit your individual taste. Also, walnuts and mixed nuts are really good fixed this way.

Provided by Normaone

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 17m

Yield 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/2 cup sugar
3 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 cups pecan halves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Butter a large, heavy cookie sheet.
  • In a small, heavy saucepan, combine first 4 ingredients.
  • Over medium heat, stir until sugar dissolves and mixture comes to a boil.
  • Boil 2 minutes.
  • Add pecans and stir until they are coated with the mixture, about 1 minute.
  • Transfer pecans to the cookie sheet, spreading evenly into a single layer.
  • Bake until pecans are just starting to brown, about 13 minutes.
  • Transfer to another cookie sheet that is lined with wax paper.
  • Separate the pecans and cool completely.
  • Store in an airtight container.

SPICY GLAZED PECANS



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We eat these spicy glazed pecans tossed on salads. They're also a nice addition to nut/trail mixes!

Provided by FAIRUZAH

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Nuts and Seeds

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

¼ cup white sugar
1 tablespoon water
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 ½ cups pecan halves

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a 15x10x1-inch baking pan with foil or parchment paper.
  • In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the sugar, water, and cayenne pepper. Stir and bring to a boil; let boil 2 minutes. Remove pan from heat; gently stir in nuts until evenly coated and the sugar mixture begins to thicken. Spread nuts over the prepared baking pan. Bake until browned, about 15 minutes. Remove pan from oven and let nuts cool. Place in a plastic bag, and gently tumble together to remove any excess glaze. Serve warm or store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 238.3 calories, Carbohydrate 12.5 g, Fat 21.4 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 0.1 mg, Sugar 9.5 g

SWEET AND SPICY PECANS



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These pecans have graced our family's Christmas sweet gift platters. I've also sprinkled them over my gourmet salads. They add so much in either case. I can't get enough of them! Lining the pans with parchment paper makes for easier removal of the pecans and easier cleanup!

Provided by Teressa DeJong Drenth

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Nuts and Seeds

Time 2h20m

Yield 40

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup white sugar
5 cups hot water
10 cups pecan halves
⅔ cup white sugar
5 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Stir 1 cup sugar into the hot water in a large bowl until the sugar is completely dissolved. Soak the pecans in the water for 1 hour; drain.
  • Preheat an oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line two 9x13 inch baking dishes with parchment paper.
  • Sift the 2/3 cup sugar, chili powder, and cayenne pepper together in a separate large bowl; add the pecans and toss to coat evenly. Spread the coated pecans in a single layer into the prepared dishes.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the coating on the pecans are bubbly, stirring once, 10 to 15 minutes. Remove the pecans from the pans immediately and spread onto a counter or other flat surface covered with parchment paper to cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 222.4 calories, Carbohydrate 12.7 g, Fat 19.6 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 11 mg, Sugar 9.5 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh pecans. Fresh pecans will have a better flavor and texture than stale pecans.
  • Toast the pecans before glazing them. Toasting the pecans will help to bring out their flavor and make them more crispy.
  • Use a good quality maple syrup. The maple syrup is the star of the show in this recipe, so make sure to use a good quality syrup that you enjoy the taste of.
  • Don't overcook the pecans. The pecans should be glazed, but they should not be overcooked or they will become tough.
  • Let the pecans cool completely before storing them. This will help to prevent them from sticking together.

Conclusion:

These sweet and spicy maple glazed pecans are the perfect snack or addition to a salad, yogurt parfait, or ice cream sundae. They are also a great gift for friends and family. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make these delicious pecans at home. So what are you waiting for? Give this recipe a try today!

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