Stovetop Maple Candied Pecans (or Mixed Nuts) Recipe
These Stovetop Maple Candied Pecans are a deliciously sweet and crunchy treat made with pure maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, and a touch of sea salt. Perfect as a snack, salad topper, or holiday gift, these candied nuts are cooked right on the stove in under 20 minutes for a quick and flavorful indulgence.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings
- Category: Snack
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 4 cups pecan halves (or any mixture of raw nuts)
- 1/2 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 tablespoons ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
- Warm the syrup mixture: In a skillet over medium heat, stir together the pure maple syrup, vanilla extract, and sea salt. Allow the mixture to warm up for about 1 minute until it is fragrant and slightly fluid.
- Coat the nuts: Add the pecan halves (or your choice of raw nuts) to the skillet. Stir constantly to evenly coat the nuts with the syrup mixture.
- Add cinnamon: Sprinkle the cinnamon over the coated nuts and continue stirring to ensure the nuts are thoroughly coated with the cinnamon and syrup blend.
- Cook until syrup absorbs: Keep stirring the nuts as the maple syrup begins to boil. Continue cooking for about 5 to 7 minutes, until the syrup has mostly absorbed and there is no visible liquid left in the skillet, resulting in a sticky but dry coating on the nuts.
- Cool the nuts: Remove the skillet from heat. Pour the coated nuts evenly over a sheet of parchment paper to cool. Optionally, sprinkle additional cinnamon sugar mixture over the nuts to create a sugar-coated appearance. Once cooled, break the nuts apart into clusters or individual pieces.
- Store: Place the cooled maple candied nuts in an airtight container. Store at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.
Notes
- Use any raw nuts like walnuts, almonds, or pecans as desired.
- Stir constantly to prevent burning and ensure even coating.
- Allow nuts to cool fully before breaking apart for best texture.
- Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness and crunch.
