Candied Pecans is made with pecan halves, 1 egg white, vanilla extract, sugar; air fry at 300°F for 10 minutes to serve 8. 200 calories per serving.
Ingredients
Equipment
Steps
- 1
Toss pecans with egg white and vanilla until evenly coated.
- 2
Mix sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, and cayenne. Add to pecans and toss until fully coated.
- 3
Spread in a single layer on parchment in the basket. Air fry at 300°F for 8-10 minutes, shaking every 3 minutes.
- 4
Transfer to parchment paper immediately — they harden as they cool. Break apart any clusters.
- 5
Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
Tip: Low and slow is key — too hot and the sugar burns before the pecans toast. Shake frequently to prevent clumping. They'll feel soft when hot but harden as they cool.
Why Air Fry This?
- ⏱️Ready in 10 minutes vs ~16 in a conventional oven — no preheating needed.
- 🔥Rapid air circulation delivers oven-quality results in a fraction of the time.
- ⚡Uses significantly less energy than heating a full-size oven for a single batch.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cook Candied Pecans at 300°F for 10 minutes. Low and slow is key — too hot and the sugar burns before the pecans toast. Shake frequently to prevent clumping. They'll feel soft when hot but harden as they cool.
You need: 2 cups pecan halves, 1 egg white, lightly beaten, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1/3 cup sugar, 1/4 cup brown sugar, 1 tsp cinnamon, 1/4 tsp salt, Pinch of cayenne (optional). This recipe serves 8 with 200 calories per serving.
Candied Pecans takes 10 minutes total at 300°F. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
This recipe is rated Easy. It serves 8 and takes just 10 minutes at 300°F.
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