Cinnamon Sugared Pecans (Cooks in 15 Minutes in the Air Fryer)
These Quick and Easy Cinnamon Sugared Pecans are delicious and perfect for snacking, salads, and gift-giving. They are coated with the perfect cinnamon and sugar mixture and will be loved by everyone who loves candied nuts.
Servings 12 people
Calories 331kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 egg white from a large egg
- 1 Tablespoon water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 lb pecan halves
- ½ cup granulated white sugar
- ½ cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Place the egg white in a large bowl with water and vanilla extract and use a whisk to whisk until the egg white mixture is frothy. Then, add the pecans and stir until they are fully coated.
- Then add the white and brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt to the pecans and stir until the pecans pieces are covered. Place in air fryer basket and spread out, it’s ok if your pecan pieces overlap a bit.
- Air fry on 300 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes. Once your 15 minutes are up, remove the pecans and lay them on a parchment-lined baking sheet and allow them to cool for about 5-10 minutes. You’ll notice that the sugar will have hardened in the 5 minutes.
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Notes
- Pecan halves are a must. Smaller pieces will need a different cook time.
- I did not spray my basket before placing the nuts in the basket. If you are concerned with sticking, use a parchment sheet liner on the bottom of your basket or lightly spray the basket with oil.
- Store these nuts in an airtight container for up to 2-3 weeks, I use mason jars. They are perfect for gift giving.
- The 15 minute cook time and stirring every 5 minutes is key! I usually set a timer on my phone to make sure I stir it at the right time. Your pecans will not be hard after 15 minutes, they will harden when you lay them on the parchment paper after they cool. It scientifically makes sense as the sugar will harden while it cools.
- I used my 5.3 qt air fryer to make these pecans. For smaller air fryers, halve the recipe or cook in batches.
Nutrition
Calories: 331kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 27g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 55mg | Potassium: 171mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 21IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 1mg