{"id":492,"date":"2025-08-18T19:15:33","date_gmt":"2025-08-18T19:15:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/savory.wasmer.app\/?post_type=recipe&#038;p=492"},"modified":"2026-01-17T15:12:43","modified_gmt":"2026-01-17T15:12:43","slug":"candied-pecan-nuts","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/index.php\/recipe\/candied-pecan-nuts\/","title":{"rendered":"Candied Pecan Nuts"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-ub-table-of-contents-block ub_table-of-contents\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-fdcfa5a6-df03-40cc-9420-fe488342327f\" data-linktodivider=\"false\" data-showtext=\"show\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" data-enablesmoothscroll=\"false\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"false\" data-initiallyshow=\"true\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\" style=\"\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\" style=\"text-align: left; \">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\" style=\"\">Table of Contents<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\" style=\"\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column \">\n\t\t\t\t<ul style=\"\"><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/index.php\/recipe\/candied-pecan-nuts\/#0-you-will-need-for-the-candied-pecan-nuts-\" style=\"\">You will need for the Candied Pecan Nuts:<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/index.php\/recipe\/candied-pecan-nuts\/#1-why-these-are-great-\" style=\"\">Why these are great:<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/index.php\/recipe\/candied-pecan-nuts\/#2-to-make-candied-pecan-nuts-\" style=\"\">To make Candied Pecan Nuts:<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/index.php\/recipe\/candied-pecan-nuts\/#3-to-serve-candied-pecans-\" style=\"\">To serve candied pecans:<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/index.php\/recipe\/candied-pecan-nuts\/#4-to-store-leftovers-\" style=\"\">To store leftovers:<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/index.php\/recipe\/candied-pecan-nuts\/#5-pro-tips-for-candied-pecans-\" style=\"\">Pro tips for candied pecans:<\/a><\/li><\/ul>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I love sweet Candied Pecan Nuts. They are just right. Sweet &amp; crisp. Not too much. The sugar heats the nuts. The spice makes it smell homey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The pecans are rich &amp; soft. Take one bite &amp; you feel a small treat. I make them for a snack. Or to add to food &amp; sweets. I might whip some up after dinner. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Then stash some for later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I first made these in the mood for quick &amp; wow. I had pecans, sugar, water, a bit of butter, &amp; the spice &amp; vanilla. I thought, why not? <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let&#8217;s see. When done, my place smelled like a bake shop. The pecans were just right. Crisp, warm, sweet, &amp; a bit spicy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Since then, they are my top pick. For guests or late snacks when no one sees<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-d989fcdbea098aed72bc8bfaec7ce433\" id=\"0-you-will-need-for-the-candied-pecan-nuts-\"><strong>You will need for the Candied Pecan Nuts:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/1-31-640x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-515\" style=\"width:745px;height:auto\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/1-31-640x1024.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/1-31-188x300.jpg 188w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/1-31-768x1229.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/1-31-960x1536.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/1-31.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">2 cups pecan halves <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1 half cup sugar<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1 quarter cup water <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1 quarter teaspoon spice (can skip) <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1 quarter teaspoon salt <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1 half teaspoon vanilla <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">1 tablespoon butter<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-388b233bd0f059ddf34e106b1344d1d0\" id=\"1-why-these-are-great-\"><strong>Why these are great: <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pecans have good fats &amp; stuff for your heart. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They have stuff like vitamin E &amp; more to help bones &amp; health. Sugar makes them sweet &amp; crisp. But eat it not too much. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Water turns sugar to syrup on each pecan. Spice makes it warm &amp; good.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It can help with blood sugar. Salt cuts the sweet &amp; ups the taste. Vanilla makes it smell rich &amp; can lift your mood. Butter makes it smooth &amp; rich &amp; adds good fats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-ab5afbf299621859afeb65bc0d357131\" id=\"2-to-make-candied-pecan-nuts-\"><strong>To make Candied Pecan Nuts: <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">First, warm the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Line a tray with paper. In a pot, mix the sugar, water, spice, &amp; salt on mid heat. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/5-28-640x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-519\" style=\"width:745px;height:auto\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/5-28-640x1024.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/5-28-188x300.jpg 188w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/5-28-768x1229.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/5-28-960x1536.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/5-28.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Stir &#8217;til the sugar melts. Add the butter &amp; vanilla. Stir &#8217;til smooth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/2-31-640x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-516\" style=\"width:745px;height:auto\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/2-31-640x1024.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/2-31-188x300.jpg 188w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/2-31-768x1229.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/2-31-960x1536.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/2-31.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Toss the pecans in the syrup. Lay the pecans on the tray. Bake 15 to 20 mins. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/4-30-640x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-518\" style=\"width:745px;height:auto\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/4-30-640x1024.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/4-30-188x300.jpg 188w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/4-30-768x1229.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/4-30-960x1536.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/4-30.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Stir every 5 mins to keep from burning. When gold, take out &amp; let cool. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"640\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/3-31-640x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-517\" style=\"width:745px;height:auto\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/3-31-640x1024.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/3-31-188x300.jpg 188w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/3-31-768x1229.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/3-31-960x1536.jpg 960w, https:\/\/www.savoryscroll.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/08\/3-31.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They will crisp as they set.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-73f190409ccf4aca98d17208a38fdc55\" id=\"3-to-serve-candied-pecans-\"><strong>To serve candied pecans: <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Snack: put them in small bowls. Salads: drop them on greens with cheese &amp; dressing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Desserts: they are great on ice cream, yogurt, or cakes. Trail mix: mix with dried fruit &amp; other nuts. Boards: add with cheese, fruit &amp; crackers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-26ef377f36d9a3b0868bbb3bbddbe3e9\" id=\"4-to-store-leftovers-\"><strong>To store leftovers: <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let them cool all the way to stay crisp. Put in a tight bag or box. They stay good at room temp for a week or two. For long keep, freeze up to three months.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-black-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-d25b9faf28b6605b2131b52d137a279d\" id=\"5-pro-tips-for-candied-pecans-\"><strong>Pro tips for candied pecans: <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Stir a lot while baking to cook right &amp; no burn. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Watch them, they brown fast. Use new pecans for best taste. Add a dash of hot spice if you like. Mix in other nuts if you want. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don&#8217;t miss out on the butter. It&#8217;s key for taste &amp; coat. Cool on paper to not stick. Box in jars with a bow for gifts that wow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"review-box\" role=\"note\" aria-label=\"Leave a review\">\n  <span class=\"star\">\u2605<\/span>\n  <strong>Before You Begin!<\/strong>\n  If you make this, please\n  <a href=\"#respond\" class=\"review-link\">leave a review and rating<\/a>\n  letting us know how you liked this recipe! This helps our business thrive &#038; continue providing free recipes.\n<\/div>\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>I love sweet Candied Pecan Nuts. They are just right. Sweet &amp; crisp. Not too much. The sugar heats the nuts. The spice makes it smell homey. The pecans are rich &amp; soft. 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