Maple Glazed Pecans: A Warm Fall Treat
Enjoy the warm, comforting flavors of fall with these crunchy maple glazed pecans. They’re a simple, delightful treat perfect for snacking or sharing.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 2 cups
- Category: Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups pecan halves
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, combine the melted butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Stir until well combined.
- Add the pecan halves to the bowl and toss gently to coat them evenly with the maple mixture.
- Spread the coated pecans in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the glaze is bubbly and the pecans are toasted and fragrant.
- Remove from the oven and let the pecans cool completely on the baking sheet. They will become crunchy as they cool.
- Once cooled, break apart any clusters and store in an airtight container.
Notes
- For an extra kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the glaze.
- These pecans are best enjoyed within a week for maximum crunchiness.
- You can use different nuts like walnuts or almonds as well.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg