Description
Sweet and crunchy pecans coated in caramelized sugar, perfect for snacking or adding a delightful crunch to salads and desserts. This easy stovetop recipe transforms simple pecan halves into a delicious treat with a buttery, vanilla-infused glaze.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 cups pecan halves
- ½ cup (100 g) sugar
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Melt Butter: Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat, ensuring it doesn’t brown to maintain a smooth coating for the pecans.
- Add Pecans: Add the pecan halves to the melted butter and cook them for 2–3 minutes, stirring occasionally to toast them gently.
- Add Sugar: Sprinkle the sugar over the pecans and stir constantly to dissolve the sugar evenly. Continue cooking until the sugar melts and coats the pecans with a caramelized layer.
- Add Vanilla and Salt: Stir in the vanilla extract and salt to enhance the flavor and balance the sweetness.
- Cool Pecans: Immediately spread the coated pecans onto a sheet of parchment paper to cool completely. This prevents sticking and helps the coating harden.
- Serve: Once cooled and hardened, break apart any clustered pecans and serve as a snack or use as a topping for salads and desserts.
Notes
- Stir constantly during the sugar melting step to prevent burning and clumping.
- Store the candied pecans in an airtight container to maintain their crispness and freshness.
- Let the pecans cool completely on parchment paper to ensure the coating sets properly and hardens.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
