Description
Sweet, crunchy, buttery, and coated in warm cinnamon sugar, Southern Church Lady Pecans are the ultimate homemade snack for holidays, parties, dessert tables, and cozy afternoons. These classic candied pecans are baked low and slow for the perfect caramelized coating and rich roasted flavor. Whether you need an easy recipe for holiday gifting, quick snack ideas, party food ideas, or a sweet Southern dessert topping, this recipe delivers irresistible flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
4 cups pecan halves
1 large egg white
1 tablespoon water
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup light brown sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 250°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
2. Whisk together the egg white, water, and vanilla extract until frothy.
3. Combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, salt, nutmeg, and cayenne pepper in a separate bowl.
4. Add the pecans to the egg white mixture and stir until evenly coated.
5. Pour the cinnamon sugar mixture over the pecans and mix thoroughly.
6. Spread the pecans into a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
7. Bake for 1 hour, stirring every 15 minutes.
8. Remove from the oven and cool completely before serving or storing.
Notes
Use fresh pecans for the best flavor and texture.
Allow the pecans to cool fully before storing to keep them crunchy.
Stir the pecans during baking for even caramelization.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 70mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: southern pecans, candied pecans, cinnamon sugar pecans, holiday snacks, easy dessert recipe, homemade pecans, sweet snack ideas