Candied Pecans

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Gluten Free - Dairy Free - Refined Sugar Free

Candied Pecans

Prep time: 5 min., Bake time: ~10 min., Total time: 15 min.

 

Ingredients

  • 1 Tbsp. unrefined coconut oil
  • 2 Tbsp. pure maple syrup
  • 1 tsp. ground cinnamon
  • ~1 cup raw pecans

 

Directions: 

  1. Preheat oven to 400° F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a saucepan over low heat, melt the coconut oil and maple syrup. Add cinnamon and stir to combine all ingredients evenly. Remove from heat.
  3. Add pecans to the mixture and toss to completely coat. Adjust and add more pecans, as needed.
  4. Spread pecans onto parchment lined baking sheet and bake for 8 – 10 minutes, flipping half way through. Watch closely to avoid burning. Pecans should snap in half with a slight crisp when done.
  5. Remove from heat. Slide the parchment paper and pecans onto a drying rack to completely cool.

Pro Tips

Prep: Make a few days in advance of when you need them.

Storage: Keep in an airtight container stored in a cool area for up to 2 weeks.

Let us know how you plan on serving candied pecans in the comments section below.