Homemade Candied Pecans

Directions

  1. 1Combine sugar, dark brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a bowl and whisk to mix. Set aside.
  2. 2In a separate large bowl, combine egg whites, vanilla extract, and water. Use an electric mixer to beat until stiff peaks form.
  3. 3Add the pecan halves to the egg white mixture and stir to coat thoroughly.
  4. 4Add the sugar mixture to the pecans and mix until evenly coated.
  5. 5Spread the pecan mixture evenly on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  6. 6Bake in a 300 degree oven, stirring every 15 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup dark brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp cinnamon
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 egg whites
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 2 tbsp water
  • 2 lb pecan halves

Equipment

bowlwhiskelectric mixerspatulabaking sheetparchment paper

Tips

  • You can use light brown sugar instead of dark brown sugar.
  • Store in a tin on the counter or in the refrigerator.