Description
A delightful recipe for Christmas Spiced Pecans, perfect for holiday snacking or gifting.
Ingredients
- 2 cups pecan halves
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, salt, and cayenne pepper to the melted butter, stirring until well combined.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Add the pecans to the mixture, stirring until they are evenly coated.
- Spread the pecans in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pecans are golden brown and fragrant.
- Remove from the oven and let cool before serving or storing.
Notes
- Store in an airtight container for up to two weeks.
- These pecans make a great gift when packaged in a decorative jar.
- Adjust the spices according to your taste preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American