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The Ultimate 5-Ingredient Crispy Oven-Baked Cinnamon Sugar Pecans

A mound of glistening, candied cinnamon sugar pecans piled high on a small white plate, catching the sunlight.
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Make shatteringly crisp cinnamon sugar pecans using just five simple ingredients. This oven-baked recipe delivers the perfect snap for addictive snacking, topping salads, or creating easy edible gifts.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup pecan halves
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 large egg white

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 300 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk the egg white until it becomes slightly frothy.
  3. In a separate small bowl, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Mix these dry ingredients well.
  4. Add the pecan halves to the egg white and toss gently until all the pecans are lightly coated.
  5. Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture over the coated pecans. Toss again until the nuts are evenly covered with the sugar coating.
  6. Spread the coated pecans in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Do not let them touch.
  7. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring the pecans every 10 minutes to ensure even roasting and crisping.
  8. Remove from the oven when the coating looks dry and the pecans are fragrant.
  9. Let the pecans cool completely on the baking sheet. They will crisp up as they cool. Break apart any clusters before serving or storing.

Notes

  • For a slightly richer flavor, substitute 1/4 teaspoon of vanilla extract into the egg white before adding the pecans.
  • If you want to use these pecans for salad topping, you can reduce the sugar slightly.
  • Store cooled cinnamon sugar pecans in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week.

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