Deliciously Crunchy Pecan Snack
A delightful snack that’s easy to whip up, delivering satisfying crunch and rich flavor, perfect for movie nights or a special treat for lunchboxes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups pecan halves
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the honey, cinnamon, cayenne pepper (if using), and salt. Stir until smooth.
- Add the pecan halves, tossing to coat thoroughly.
- Spread the coated pecans in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until glistening and aromatic.
- Remove from the oven and let cool completely on the baking sheet.
Notes
Store cooled pecans in an airtight container to maintain crunch. For optimal freshness, consume within two weeks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 75mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg