Maple-Glazed Pecans
These Maple-Glazed Pecans are proof that sweet, salty, and crunchy snacks can still be healthy! They are Paleo, Whole 30, and Vegan compliant.
Servings: 2 cups
Calories: 900kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole, raw pecans
- 8 Tablespoons pure maple syrup
- ⅛ teaspoon fine sea salt
- ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper {or less}
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, and set aside.
- Toss the pecans, salt, cayenne, and maple syrup together in a large bowl until evenly coated.
- Spread the pecans out in a single layer on the baking sheet.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, until slightly browned and aromatic.
- Let the pecans cool completely, then use a metal spatula to loosen them from the parchment paper.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks, as if they’d last that long.
Notes
- The cayenne is added for a flavor boost, but not to scorch your mouth...unless that is your goal, then add as much as you like.
- If you do not want to use cayenne, simply leave it out of substitute 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon.
- For an even saltier/sweet combination, sprinkle course sea salt over the pecans as they are cooling.
Nutrition
Calories: 900kcal | Carbohydrates: 68g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 71g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 153mg | Potassium: 586mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 52g | Vitamin A: 55IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 157mg | Iron: 3mg