Baked Pecans
"This recipe has been in my family for close to 50 years! My mom started making it when I was young, as one of our traditional Christmas baking items. It reminds me of my mom and being in the house where I spent most of my time while growing up. Now I pass these treats on to others during the holidays for everyone to enjoy. "
Ingredients
- 1 large egg white
- 1 teaspoon water
- 1 pound pecan halves
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
For a less “candied” version that makes a perfect snack or addition to salads, adjust ingredients as follows:
- 1 large egg white
- 2 teaspoons water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 pound pecan halves
- ⅓ cup sugar
- ¼ teaspoon Himalayan pink salt
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300° F.
- Mix the egg white and water in a bowl. Add the pecans to coat and moisten. In a separate bowl blend sugar, salt, and cinnamon. Pour sugar mixture over pecans and toss to fully coat the pecans.
- Pour the pecans onto a rimmed, greased sheet pan. Spread pecans out as evenly as possible. Bake for 45–50 minutes. Stir the pecans occasionally to allow them to cook evenly.
