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Sweet & Savory Spiced Pecans
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Sweet & Savory Spiced Pecans

This sweet and savory Spiced Pecans recipe makes a delicious snack and is easy to make!
Course Party Food & Drink Recipes
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 4
Author Michelle Ordever

Ingredients

  • 1 Tbsp fresh rosemary leaves finely chopped
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 tsp ground cardamom
  • ¾ tsp ground allspice
  • ½ tsp ground cloves
  • ¼ tsp ground cayenne pepper
  • ½ tsp fine sea salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter
  • cup honey preferably local
  • 2 Tbsp maple syrup
  • 4 cups whole pecans
  • ¼ cup raw cane or other large grain sugar for dusting

Instructions

  • Pre-heat oven to 180C/350F/Gas 4. Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a Silpat™ baking mat and set aside.
  • Combine rosemary, cinnamon, cardamom, allspice, cloves, cayenne, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Stir to combine and set aside.
  • Add butter to a small skillet set over medium heat. When the butter is mostly melted, add the honey and maple syrup and stir to combine. Heat for 1-2 minutes or until heated through. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • Place pecans in a large bowl and pour the melted butter mixture on top. Add the spice mixture and stir until the pecans are completely coated in both.
  • Transfer the coated pecans to the prepared baking sheet and spread into a thin, single layer without overcrowding. Place the baking sheet in the pre-heated oven and bake for 30 minutes, giving the pecans a good stir after 15 minutes.
  • Remove from oven and cool for 5-10 minutes. Sprinkle half the coarse sugar on top and stir to combine. Repeat with the remaining sugar and cool completely. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for 2-3 weeks. Enjoy!