Why are my candied pecans sticky?

Candied pecans will be sticky when they're hot but will harden once they cool. If they are still sticky after cooling then it means you didn't heat the sugar mixture fully - to fix this you can place them back in the pot on the stove and heat again.

How do I toast pecans on the stove?

Pecans can be toasted/roasted in the oven or on the stove. To do so on the stove, add the pecans to a dry skillet and toast over medium heat for about 5 minutes. Make sure to stir frequently. They are toasted when they are a deep golden brown and extra fragrant. Be careful not to burn them.

How do you keep candied pecans from sticking together?

After you make candied pecans on the stove, you can spread them out on a lined baking sheet so they cool separately instead of all stuck together.

How long can you keep candied pecans?

Candied Pecans can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. Or in the fridge for up to a month.

Stovetop Candied Pecans | Kathleen's Cravings

Name: Stovetop Candied Pecans
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 pound halved pecans; 1 cup packed light brown sugar; 2 tablespoon water; 1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt; Flaky Sea Salt, optional

Stovetop Candied Pecans

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This easy recipe for Stovetop Candied Pecans is perfect for the holiday season! Sweet, salty, and crunchy. They're made with just a few pantry staples and only minutes of active prep time. These quick candied pecans are egg-free and so simple to make. Just heat up the sugar, fold in the pecans, and let cool.

Author: Kathleen
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Yield: 1 pound
Category: Snack
Method: Stove
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

1 pound halved pecans
1 cup packed light brown sugar
2 tablespoon water
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
Flaky Sea Salt, optional

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Instructions

Roast Pecans - If you bought roasted pecans, you can skip this step. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F and spread out the pecans on a sheet pan in an even layer. Roast for about 10 minutes, or until turning light golden brown and fragrant. Give the nuts a toss about halfway through to ensure even roasting.
Prep - Remove the pecans from the sheet pan and set aside. Line the sheet pan with a piece of parchment paper or a silicone liner.
Heat Sugar - In a medium pot, mix together the brown sugar, water, vanilla, cinnamon, and kosher salt. Cook over medium heat until it starts to bubble.
Add Pecans - Stir the roasted pecans into the sugar mixture and cook for another 30 seconds-1 minute.
Transfer to Pan - Working quickly, pour the pecans onto the lined sheet pan, scraping out any of the excess sugar. Spread evenly. Try to have space in between the nuts as they will stick together if they are touching.
Cool - Allow the pecans to cool at room temperature. It only takes about 15-20 minutes. Then serve or store.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1.5 ounces (~1/4 cup)
Calories: 356
Sugar: 19.4 g
Sodium: 33.5 mg
Fat: 29.7 g
Carbohydrates: 23.8 g
Fiber: 4.1 g
Protein: 3.8 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg

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