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joanna gaines candied pecans recipe

Joanna Gaines Candied Pecans Recipe

Joanna Gaines' candied pecans recipe is a real treat that's both simple and satisfying. The beauty of this recipe lies in its straightforward process: melt butter, mix in brown sugar, and coat your pecans before toasting them to perfection. One little trick I found was to use a cast-iron skillet, which helps distribute heat evenly and gives the pecans a lovely texture.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time11 minutes
Course: Snack
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 2 tbsp Butter
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar
  • 2 cups Pecans
  • 1/2 tsp Cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 tsp Vanilla Extract

Instructions

  • Melt the butter in a cast-iron skillet over medium heat.
  • Add brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
  • Stir until the mixture is well combined and slightly bubbling.
  • Add the pecans to the skillet.
  • Stir to coat them evenly in the butter and sugar mixture.
  • Keep mixing continuously.
  • Continue to cook the pecans, stirring frequently.
  • After about 8 minutes, the pecans should appear toasted and nicely glazed.
  • Remove the skillet from heat.
  • Spread the pecans on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper to cool.
  • This prevents them from sticking together.
  • Store the cooled pecans in an airtight jar or ziplock bag.