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A close-up image of golden-brown cinnamon sugar pecans elegantly arranged on a rustic wooden plate with a sprinkle of cinnamon, showcasing their crunchy texture and glossy coating. Soft natural light highlights the cinnamon dusting and caramelized edges, styled simply with a few pecans scattered casually for an inviting, homemade feel.

Simple Cinnamon Sugar Pecans for Delicious Snacking

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Crunchy and sweet cinnamon sugar pecans that are easy to make at home. Perfect for snacking, gifting, or topping desserts.

  • Total Time: 22 minutes
  • Yield: 2 cups

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups pecan halves
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a small bowl, mix sugar and cinnamon. Set aside.
  3. In a bowl, toss pecans with melted butter until evenly coated.
  4. Sprinkle cinnamon sugar mixture over pecans and toss to coat thoroughly.
  5. Spread pecans on prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
  6. Bake for 10-12 minutes, stirring halfway through, until pecans are fragrant and caramelized.
  7. Allow to cool before serving.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container for up to one week.
  • For extra flavor, add a pinch of salt or a splash of vanilla extract.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 12 minutes
  • Method: Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegan, Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 cup
  • Calories: 150 Kcal
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 0mg
  • Fat: 13g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 9g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg