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Sweet and crunchy, these Sugar and Spice Pecans are just bursting with amazing flavor!

Sweet and crunchy, these Sugar and Spice Pecans are just bursting with amazing flavor! | MomOnTimeout.com

Pecans have always been my favorite nut. I think it’s because walnut allergies run rampant in my family and so we all kind of steer clear of them – unless they’ve been cooked! It’s not a super severe allergy or anything. It just kind of makes my mouth feel raw. However, since I am a total nut-lover, I often endure the discomfort for that wonderful walnut taste 🙂

But, I digress.

We’re talking pecans today. Sugar and Spice Pecans to be specific. Think of the awesome flavor that a sugared pecan has and then add cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves to the mix. Trust me, you can’t eat just one.

Sweet and crunchy, these Sugar and Spice Pecans are just bursting with amazing flavor! | MomOnTimeout.com

I realize I probably should have shared this recipe a few months back but we all know I was on a peppermint kick that just.would.not.stop. So I’m sharing now…forgive me? While these nuts would OF COURSE be perfect for the holiday season, they really, REALLY should be made year-round. These tasty nuts would be perfect for hostess gifts, teachers, parties, the super bowl – you name it!

Sweet and crunchy, these Sugar and Spice Pecans are just bursting with amazing flavor! | MomOnTimeout.com

I brought these to my sister’s house the other day for a after-Christmas party and received RAVE reviews. Those are the kind I particularly like 🙂  If you are a pecan lover like myself, do yourself a favor and make these. NOW. They take less than 20 minutes to make and are worth every second. You may find yourself making double batches in the future and you will find no judgement here. I understand completely.

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Sugar and Spice Pecans

Sweet and crunchy, these Sugar and Spice Pecans are just bursting with amazing flavor!
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Keyword sugar and spice pecans
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 12
Calories 290kcal
Author Trish - Mom On Timeout

Ingredients

  • 3 cups pecan halves
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • 1/4 tsp allspice
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1 tbsp vanilla
  • 1/2 cup water

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Sprinkle the pecans on a large baking sheet in a single layer.
  • Roast for 8 minutes, stirring once. Remove pecans from baking sheet and place in a bowl. Set aside.
  • Generously butter the baking sheet.
  • Combine sugar and spices in a small bowl and mix until thoroughly combined.
  • Combine sugar mixture, vanilla, and water in a heavy-bottomed 2 qt saucepan.
  • Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar completely dissolves.
  • Continue cooking at a medium boil for five minutes. Remove from heat.
  • Stir mixture vigorously for 1-2 minutes until bubbling subsides.
  • Immediately add the pecans and stir until the pecans are coated.
  • Quickly pour the pecans onto the buttered baking sheet and separate with a fork.
  • Let cool for a few minutes before storing in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Calories: 290kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 112mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 26g | Vitamin A: 15IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg

Put these on your must-make list for 2014 and come thank me later 🙂

Sweet and crunchy, these Sugar and Spice Pecans are just bursting with amazing flavor! | MomOnTimeout.com

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Comments

  1. Michelle says

    I wonder what I did wrong? I followed the directions and list of ingredients exactly, but my pecans are swimming in the sugar mixture. It’s so liquidy, even after 30 minutes of cooling, there is nothing to break apart…just pecans swimming in sugar water. Bummer! I had high hopes as they looked so delicious!

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    • Tracy says

      I just had the same problem. And I know that I double checked my measurements, cause I always do when making candy anything. Maybe the use of a candy thermometer would have been helpful. I’ve popped mine in the oven to try to salvage the batch.

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  6. Cherie says

    I made these tonight to take to our Small Group for church. 🙂 They are awesome and they smell sooooooo good! Have you tried this with any other nuts? Peanuts or anything like that? Pecans can be kind of pricey. Thanks for the recipe!

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  9. michael says

    those look delicious, I love all kinds of nuts especially pecan that are candy coated!

    check out my site sometime,,, I enjoyed browsing your site! 😉

    Reply

  12. Kate says

    Pecans are my favorite, too! I know what you mean about seasonal recipes, but I could eat these any time!! Thanks so much for sharing this, Trish!! Have a Happy New Year!! =)

    Reply

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