How to make Easy Spiced Pecans

I love these spiced pecans because they have a nice balance of sweet, spice, and a bit of heat. A bonus is that you can use them in various ways. Serve them with cocktails, on a charcuterie board, or in a salad. They also make great gifts.

I was inspired to make my own spiced pecans after paying $4.50 for a 5-ounce package, which was eaten in one sitting! That is an expensive bag of nuts for one snack. So, I researched recipes and tried a few, but none tasted like the ones I had purchased. Therefore, I decided to create my own recipe, and here it is!

Why is this recipe for spiced pecans perfect?

1. They are inexpensive to make. If you purchase the pecans at Costco, they cost about $16.99 for 2 pounds. They are also inexpensive in the bulk section of your grocery store.
2. The recipe comes together in 5 minutes and is made with ingredients you most likely have at home.
3. The pecans have a nice balance of sweet and spicy with a little kick of heat.
4. You can use these nuts in so many ways. (See below for ideas).
5. You control the ingredients and know what you are eating!!
6. The house smells so nice when you bake them!

The ingredients to make spiced pecans:

1. Pecans-I like to use pecan halves because they are more versatile. You can use other nuts such as almonds or walnuts or even a mixture of nuts if you do not like pecans.
2. Egg white-the egg white helps the spice mixture stick to the nuts. It is important to be sure to use it!
3. Spices-the spices are straightforward, cinnamon, cumin, cayenne pepper. PRO TIP: spices are usually cheaper when you purchase them at the grocery store's bulk section. If you need spice containers, they are typically stocked at the grocery store, or save the old container and refill them.
4. Sugar-everyday granulated sugar is best for the recipe. Do not use coarse sugar because it would not blend well with the spices, and it would add an odd texture to the nuts.

How to make spiced pecans:

Gather ingredients. Using a small whisk (affiliate link), whip the egg white until frothy.

Add the sugar and spices to the egg whites and combine.

Add the nuts and combine them with egg white spice mixture.

Line a 12-inch x18-inch sheet pan (affiliate link) with parchment paper. Spread the pecans on the paper in a single layer. Roast at 300° F for 20 minutes, then flip the nuts and bake for an additional 20 minutes. Cool the nuts completely. The coating will harden as they cool.

Done! Enjoy! It is so easy to make these that you will make them instead of buying them.

Serving suggestions:

1. Enjoy them with a cocktail or snack.
2. Use them on a charcuterie board.
3. Add them to a salad like Apple Cranberry Salad.
4. Crumble them on top of pumpkin bread, muffins or scones.
5. Crushed spicy pecans would be great on top of french toast, in the crumble topping of apple crisp, or on oatmeal.
6. Give them as gifts. They make a perfect hostess gift.
7. The list is endless.
8. What are your ideas on how to use them?

Storage

Store the pecans in an airtight container for 3 weeks at room temperature. You can also store them in the freezer or refrigerator.

I hope you try this recipe! Give it a rating and please comment below. I love hearing from you!

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