Spiced Maple Pecans Recipe
This Spiced Pecans recipe offers a deliciously warm and aromatic treat featuring pecan halves coated in a blend of maple syrup and fragrant spices. Perfect as a snack, salad topping, or gift, these pecans are toasted to a perfect crunch in the oven with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt to enhance their natural sweetness and spice notes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Spiced Pecans
- 3 cups pecan halves
- ⅓ cup pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground cardamom
- Flaky sea salt for finishing
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 350º F (175º C) and allow it to fully heat while you prepare the pecans.
- Coat pecans with maple syrup: Place the pecan halves in a large mixing bowl. Pour the pure maple syrup over the pecans ensuring they are evenly coated.
- Add spices and toss: Add the ground cinnamon, ginger, cloves, nutmeg, and cardamom to the pecans. Toss thoroughly to ensure every pecan is covered with the spice mixture.
- Prepare baking sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and allow for easy cleanup.
- Spread pecans evenly: Arrange the coated pecans in a single layer across the parchment paper to promote even baking.
- Bake and stir: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 15-20 minutes. Stir the pecans every 5 minutes to prevent burning and to ensure they toast evenly until most of the liquid is absorbed and pecans are toasted.
- Cool the pecans: Remove the pecans from the oven and leave them on the baking sheet to cool until they can be handled safely. Break apart any clusters that have formed.
- Store: Once completely cooled, transfer the spiced pecans to an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Stir the pecans frequently during baking to avoid burning and ensure even toasting.
- Use fresh spices for maximum aroma and flavor impact.
- Flaky sea salt added at the end enhances the flavor with a delightful crunch and balance of sweetness.
- The pecans can be stored for up to two weeks in an airtight container at room temperature.
- Perfect for topping salads, oatmeal, or simply enjoying as a snack.
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