Candied Chili-Cayenne Pecans
Candied Chili-Cayenne Pecans balance a caramelized sweetness with a warm, peppery kick that builds gently as you snack. The crisp, glossy coating makes them irresistible on their own and fantastic as a crunchy salad topper or party nibble. Serve them for holiday gatherings, game days, or whenever you want a sweet heat crunch.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves40
- DifficultyEasy
- 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
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line two 9x13-inch baking dishes with parchment paper.
- 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
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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