Candied Chili-Cayenne Pecans

1. 1

   In a large bowl, stir 1 cup sugar into the hot water until the sugar is fully dissolved. Soak the pecans in the water for 1 hour; drain.

2. 2

   Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line two 9x13-inch baking dishes with parchment paper.

3. 3

   In a separate large bowl, sift together the 2/3 cup sugar, chili powder, and cayenne pepper; add the pecans and toss to coat evenly. Spread the coated pecans in a single layer in the prepared dishes.

4. 4

   Bake in the preheated oven until the coating on the pecans is bubbly, stirring once, 10 to 15 minutes. Remove the pecans from the pans immediately and spread them onto a counter or other flat surface lined with parchment paper to cool.

• Calories 331.8 kcal Moderate
• Protein 4.27 g Low Source
• Carbs 14.46 g Moderate
• Total Fat 31.23 g High
• Saturated Fat 2.84 g Moderate
• Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
• Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source
• Sodium 2.15 mg Low Source
• Fiber 4.37 g Moderate
• Sugar 9.92 g Moderate
• Added Sugar 1.24 g Low Source
• Calcium 29.61 mg Low Source
• Iron 5.14 mg Good Source
• Potassium 5.67 mg Low Source
• Vitamin A 21.73 mcg_rae Low Source
• Vitamin C 2.9 mg Low Source
• Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source

Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.

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