Description
These Slow Cooker Candied Pecans are a sweet, spiced treat perfect for snacking or adding a crunchy topping to desserts and salads. Coated with a flavorful blend of cinnamon, cayenne, and vanilla, and slowly cooked to a crisp, these pecans offer a perfect combination of sweetness and warmth.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 pound pecan halves
- 1 large egg white
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare egg white mixture: Whisk the egg white and water together until frothy, then add the vanilla extract and mix well. This will help the seasonings and sugar stick to the pecans.
- Coat pecans: Toss the pecan halves in the egg white mixture until all nuts are evenly coated, ensuring the flavors will adhere during cooking.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine the granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, salt, and cayenne pepper. Stir to blend the spices evenly throughout the sugar.
- Coat pecans with sugar mixture: Add the sugar and spice mixture to the coated pecans. Toss thoroughly until every pecan is well covered with the sugary spices.
- Cook in slow cooker: Transfer the coated pecans to the slow cooker. Cook on the low setting for 3 hours, stirring every 20 minutes to prevent burning and promote even cooking.
- Cool pecans: Once cooked, spread the candied pecans out on a parchment-lined baking sheet to cool completely. This will help them crisp up nicely.
- Store: After cooling, store the pecans in an airtight container. They will keep for up to 1 week, making them a great make-ahead snack or gift idea.
Notes
- Stirring regularly during cooking is important to avoid burning the sugar and to ensure even coating.
- Adjust cayenne pepper to taste if you prefer less or more heat.
- Use parchment paper for easy cleanup and to prevent sticking when cooling.
- If you don’t have a slow cooker, this recipe can be adapted for the oven at a low temperature, stirring every 10-15 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 hours
- Category: Snack
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
