Candied Pecans

Candied Pecans

from bellyfull.net

These easy homemade Candied Pecans are more addicting than potato chips, and make an easy and fantastic treat for parties or gifts!

Ingredients

  • 3 egg whites
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 pound pecan halves
  • 1/2 cup butter (, melted)
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Coat a rimmed baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray.

  2. 2

    In a medium bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form; add vanilla and gradually add sugar. Toss in the pecans and mix gently with a wooden spoon or spatula until they are coated thoroughly.

  3. 3

    Pour melted butter on the prepared baking sheet.

  4. 4

    Spread the pecans out evenly over the baking sheet and cook for 40 minutes, turning them every 10 minutes with a spatula – do not skip this step! (They will look like a gloppy mess at first, but don’t worry! Keep turning as instructed and all will be good.)

  5. 5

    Remove from oven and cool for about 2 minutes

  6. 6

    Place powdered sugar and cinnamon in a large resealable plastic bag; add in the pecans, seal and shake until coated.

  7. 7

    Best served warm, but absolutely delicious even after a few weeks!