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Maple Cinnamon Candied Pecans are the perfect combination of sweet and crunchy. Candied pecans are a delicious snack but are also a great holiday gift idea for friends and neighbors! If you are wondering how to make candied pecans, you have come to the right place!
MAPLE CINNAMON CANDIED PECANS: A SWEET AND CRUNCHY TREAT!
If I had to use one word to sum up my thoughts on these sweet and crunchy little maple cinnamon candied pecans, it’d be “irresistible.” The combination of maple syrup and cinnamon is the perfect duo to coat the pecans! And did I mention the smell? Your home will smell like cinnamon rolls after you whip up a batch of these candied pecans!
Whether you are making these to eat as a snack, to top a salad or oatmeal, or you are making them to give as a holiday gift for friends and neighbors, this recipe is going to be a hit. The maple caramelizes the nuts and combines perfectly with the cinnamon to create the best treat!
Let’s head to the kitchen and make some candied pecans!
❤️ Ashley
CANDIED NUTS INGREDIENTS
Only a few ingredients are needed to make these maple cinnamon nuts. For this recipe, we will be making it on the stovetop.
You will need:
- 4 cups raw pecans (you can also use almonds)
- ⅔ cup maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon salt
To make these extra delicious, try sprinkling them with cinnamon sugar. To make cinnamon sugar, you will need:
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
Combine the cinnamon and sugar together for the perfect ratio of cinnamon and sugar.
HOW TO MAKE CANDIED NUTS
Candied nuts can be made in the oven or on the stovetop – this recipe outlines how to make them on the stove.
- In a large bowl, combine pecans, maple syrup, cinnamon and salt.
- Preheat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or wax paper.
- Add nuts to the pan and cook, stirring often. Continue stirring and cooking the nuts for about 6-8 minutes until the sauce has thickened and the nuts are shiny.
- Transfer maple cinnamon pecans to the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkled with cinnamon sugar if desired and allow to cool completely.
- Store in an airtight container.
SERVING MAPLE CINNAMON CANDIED PECANS
Candied pecans are versatile and can be used in so many different ways. I love to make these during the holiday season but they are great any time of year.
- Serve in gift jars – the perfect homemade gift!
- Salads – adds the perfect sweet crunch!
- Oatmeal – top your oatmeal (How to Make Oatmeal on the Stove or the Microwave) with these delicious pecans!
- Snacking
If you try this recipe for Maple Cinnamon Candied Pecans, please be sure to tag me on social media or leave a comment. I love to hear from you. Enjoy!
Maple Cinnamon Candied Pecans
Ingredients
- 4 cups raw pecans or almonds
- ⅔ cup maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon salt
Cinnamon Sugar Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon cinnamon
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
Instructions
- Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or wax paper.
- In a large bowl, combine pecans, maple syrup, cinnamon and salt.
- *Optional – make cinnamon sugar for topping. Combine ¼ cup granulated sugar with 1 tablespoon cinnamon. Set aside.
- Preheat a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Add nuts to the pan and cook, stirring often. Continue stirring and cooking the nuts for about 6-8 minutes until the sauce has thickened and the nuts are shiny.
- Transfer maple cinnamon pecans to the prepared baking sheet. Sprinkled with cinnamon sugar if desired and allow to cool completely.
- Store in an airtight container.
