Easy Honey-Roasted Pecans Recipe
A quick and simple recipe for delicious honey-roasted pecans, perfect for snacking, charcuterie spreads, or sprinkling over salads. These salty-sweet nuts, with an optional spicy kick, make a wonderful gift or a flavorful addition to your holiday menu.
Equipment
- Rimmed baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Large nonstick skillet
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons coarse turbinado sugar
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 ½ cups pecan halves 10 ounces
Optional Spicy Variation:
- Add ½ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the Baking Sheet: Preheat your oven to 350°F. Line an 18 x 13-inch rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside.
- Mix Sugar and Salt: In a small bowl, combine the turbinado sugar and kosher salt. If using cayenne pepper, add it to the mixture for a spicy kick.
- Coat the Pecans: Heat the honey in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat for 30 to 60 seconds until melted. Stir in the pecan halves, ensuring they are evenly coated with the honey. Remove the skillet from heat.
- Bake the Pecans: Spread the honey-coated pecans in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 10 minutes, or until the pecans are lightly toasted.
- Cool and Add Sugar Mixture: Let the pecans cool on the baking sheet for 4 minutes. Transfer them to a large bowl, sprinkle with the reserved sugar and salt mixture, and use a spatula to toss and coat the nuts. Press gently into the bowl to help the sugar adhere.
Notes
Doubling the Recipe: This recipe fills one baking sheet. For larger batches, use two sheets and bake for 12 minutes, rotating halfway for even toasting.
Serving Suggestions: Pair these pecans with Arugula Stone-Fruit Salad with Balsamic Glaze or enjoy as a standalone snack.
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