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Holiday spiced candied pecans are a fun holiday recipe! They have a wonderfully crispy coating and sweet and spicy flavor – they’re perfect for sharing or to have on hand as a festive crunchy snack.
You can reduce or omit the cayenne pepper if you prefer things less spicy.
The egg white in this recipe is very important. Nuts coated in whisked egg whites end up with the best crispy coating after they’re baked – it’s what makes this recipe so good. If you’ve ever had a baked meringue, it’s the same concept. The whisked egg white coating dries out in the oven and turns crispy. The sugar and spices also dissolve into the coating, creating a caramelized sweet and spicy flavor.
You don’t have to use pecans in this recipe – you can use your favorite kind or use a mix of nuts. Walnuts, almonds, and cashews will all work well. Or make candied mix nuts with a few of your favorites.
Be sure the pecans are cooled to room temperature before you store them. If they are still warm, moisture will get trapped in the container and they won’t be as crispy and will spoil faster.
Find it online: https://www.girlgonegourmet.com/sweet-spicy-pecans/