Candied Pecans
These healthier candied pecans are simple to make, low carb, vegan and gluten free!
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 239kcal
Ingredients
- 8 ounces pecan pieces roughly 2 cups
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- ⅓ cup 100% maple syrup or sugar free sweetener of choice
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 225 degrees.
- Place pecans on a baking sheet with parchment paper or silpat on top.
- Roast pecans for 5 minutes. Remove from oven.
- Place the remaining ingredients into a small bowl and mix well. Add toasted pecans and maple syrup mixture to a resealable plastic bag and shake to coat thoroughly.
- Bake is preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until browned, making sure to stir frequently. Allow to cool for a few minutes and break apart. Your house will smell amazing!
Notes
To store in the refrigerator, place cooled candied pecans in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days
To store in the freezer, place cooled candied pecans in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
Calories: 239kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 12g | Sodium: 74mg | Potassium: 153mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 19IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 45mg | Iron: 1mg