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Candied Orange Pecans

Candied Orange Pecans prepared dish

Candied orange pecans are a delightful blend of sweet and nutty flavors, perfect for snacking or as a topping for salads and desserts. This recipe combines the richness of pecans with the bright citrus notes of orange, creating a delicious treat that is easy to prepare.

This recipe is american style, snack, scaled for 6 servings, with 10 min prep and 15 min cook.

Prep: 10 min · Cook: 15 min · Total: 25 min · Serves: 6

Quick cooking notes

  • Core ingredients include pecans, granulated sugar, orange zest, orange juice.
  • Follow all 7 steps in order for the intended texture and doneness.
  • Ingredient quantities listed below are for 6 servings.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups pecans (halved)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp orange zest
  • 1 cup orange juice
  • 1 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, orange juice, orange zest, and salt over medium heat.
  3. Stir the mixture until the sugar dissolves completely, then bring it to a gentle boil.
  4. Add the halved pecans to the saucepan and stir to coat them evenly with the syrup.
  5. Spread the coated pecans in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pecans are golden and fragrant.
  7. Remove from the oven and let them cool completely before serving.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 270
  • Protein: 3 g
  • Fat: 20 g
  • Carbohydrates: 24 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Sugar: 20 g
  • Sodium: 200 mg

Nutrition values are estimates based on stored ingredient totals and serving size.

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