Absolutely, cinnamon sugar pecans are a delightful and simple treat. Here’s an easy recipe for you:Ingredients:
- 1 pound (about 4 cups) pecan halves
- 1 egg white
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions:
- Preheat Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Prepare the Pecans:
- In a mixing bowl, whisk the egg white and water until frothy.
- Coat with Egg White Mixture:
- Add the pecan halves to the egg white mixture and toss them until they are evenly coated.
- Mix Cinnamon Sugar:
- In a separate bowl, mix together the sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt.
- Coat with Cinnamon Sugar:
- Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture over the coated pecans and toss until all the pecans are well coated with the cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Bake:
- Spread the coated pecans in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake and Stir:
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for about 1 hour, stirring the pecans every 15-20 minutes to ensure even coating and prevent sticking.
- Cool and Store:
- Once the pecans are done baking and have a crispy coating, remove them from the oven and let them cool completely on the baking sheet.
- Once cooled, store the cinnamon sugar pecans in an airtight container or enjoy them right away as a delicious snack or as a topping for salads, desserts, or ice cream!
These cinnamon sugar pecans are crunchy, sweet, and full of wonderful flavor—a perfect treat for snacking or for adding a tasty touch to various dishes!