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Stovetop Maple Candied Pecans (or Mixed Nuts)

Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 7 minutes
Total Time 12 minutes
Servings 4 cups
Calories 400
A deliciously sweet and crunchy treat made by caramelizing nuts with maple syrup and cinnamon on the stovetop.

Ingredients

Nuts

  • 4 cups pecan halves (or any mixture of raw nuts)
  • 0.5 cups pure maple syrup
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1.5 T cinnamon
  • ½ tsp sea salt

Instructions 

  • Combine maple syrup, vanilla, and sea salt in a skillet over medium heat; warm for 1 minute.
  • Add nuts and stir constantly to coat.
  • Stir in cinnamon and continue until maple is absorbed and no liquid remains (about 5-7 minutes).
  • Remove from heat and spread nuts on parchment to cool. Break apart once cooled.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.

Notes

For extra sweetness, sprinkle with cinnamon sugar after cooling.
Calories: 400kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Snack
Keyword: Cinnamon, maple syrup, Nuts