Simple Homemade Candied Pecans

Name: Simple Homemade Candied Pecans
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 1 h
Total time: 1 h 10 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 pound raw pecan halves; 1 large egg white; 1 tablespoon water; 1/2 cup white sugar; 1/4 cup brown sugar; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon salt

These sweet and crunchy candied pecans are the perfect snack for parties or homemade gifts.

By Recipes By Nani· 🌍 American· October 14, 2026

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Prep

10 minutes

Cook

1 hour

Total

1 hour 10 minutes

Serves

There is something so satisfying about the smell of toasted pecans filling the kitchen. These candied nuts are a classic treat that my family asks for every single holiday season. They have the perfect balance of sweetness and a satisfying crunch that makes them hard to stop eating once you start.

You will love how simple these are to put together with just a few pantry staples. My best tip is to keep a close eye on the oven timer because nuts can go from toasted to burnt very quickly once the sugar begins to caramelize.

🧺 Ingredients

1 pound raw pecan halves
1 large egg white
1 tablespoon water
1/2 cup white sugar
1/4 cup brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt

👩‍🍳Instructions

1
Preheat your oven to 250 degrees Fahrenheit and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
2
In a large bowl, whisk the egg white and water together until the mixture is frothy.
3
Add the pecan halves to the egg mixture and toss until they are thoroughly coated.
4
In a separate small bowl, mix the white sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
5
Pour the sugar mixture over the pecans and toss everything together until the nuts are evenly coated.
6
Spread the pecans out in a single layer on your prepared baking sheet.
7
Bake for one hour, stirring the nuts every 15 minutes to ensure they roast evenly.
8
Remove the tray from the oven and allow the pecans to cool completely on the baking sheet before serving.

💡 Tips

Store your cooled candied pecans in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks. These make lovely gifts when tucked into small glass jars with a ribbon tied around the top.

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