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Glazed Pecans
Yield
2 cups
Prep Time
5 minutes
Cook Time
12 minutes
Total Time
17 minutes
Sweet, crunchy Glazed Pecans make a great snack, homemade gift, or a dessert topping.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons packed light or dark brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 cups pecan halves
- pinch salt (to taste)*
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper.
- Place the butter in a large skillet. Melt over medium heat.
- Add the brown sugar, maple syrup, and salt, and stir into the melted butter. Continue cooking, stirring constantly, until the mixture is bubbly.
- Add the pecans and continue cooking 3 or 4 minutes while stirring constantly.
- Transfer the pecans to the prepared pan. Spread evenly.
- Bake 6 to 8 minutes or until pecans are golden brown.
- Cool completely on the pan. Then, transfer to an airtight container to store.
Notes
*If you're using salted pecans, you may prefer to omit the salt.
After placing the pecans in a container, store at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. Or, freeze for up to 3 months.
Recipe slightly adapted from Pillsbury.