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Cinnamon Sugar Pecans

These Easy Cinnamon Sugar Pecans are quick and simple to make, offering a nostalgic sweet-spicy crunch — perfect for snacks, gifts, or topping dishes.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the nuts
  • 1 pound pecans (or almonds, or a mix) Use raw nuts for best texture.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Can substitute half with light brown sugar for deeper flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 large egg white The egg white helps the sugar adhere.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons water

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or non-stick foil.
  2. In a large zip-top bag, mix the sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt. Seal and set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk the egg white, vanilla extract, and water until frothy.
  4. Add the pecans to the egg-white mixture. Stir until every nut is lightly coated.
  5. Pour the coated nuts into the prepared zip-top bag. Seal and shake vigorously until all nuts are evenly coated with the cinnamon-sugar.
Baking
  1. Spread the nuts in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 1 hour at 250°F, stirring every 15 minutes.
  2. Remove from the oven and let cool on the tray — they’ll crisp more as they cool.

Notes

Store cooled pecans in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. Freeze for longer storage, thaw at room temperature before serving. If they lose crispness, return to a 300°F oven for 5–7 minutes.