Sugared Pecans are a tasty little snack. Yummy spices, butter and sugars create an easy treat! Perfect for gift-giving, too!
Why This Recipe Works
The thing I love about these sugared pecans, aside from the fact that they are totally addicting and yummy, is that they’re made in a slow cooker. This means easy! This super easy snack is great to have in a bowl for grazing during holiday gatherings.
They are also a perfect gift. Throw some into a mason jar and tie a ribbon around it!
Recipe Ingredients
Pecans – Purchase fresh whole pieces vs chopped pecans.
Salted butter – This will compliment the sweetness.
Brown sugar and Granulated Sugar – Both sugars will caramelize around the pecans.
Spices – Cinnamon, all-spice, ground cloves
How To Make Sugared Pecans
Step 1
Place the following ingredients into a crockpot:
- Pecans
- Butter
- Brown sugar
- Granulated sugar
- All-spice
- Ground cloves
- Cinnamon
Step 2
Cook on Low heat for 2 hours, stirring often. Pour into a medium bowl and let cool before serving.
Recipe Notes
- Once they’ve cooled, sugared pecans are ready for storing. Make sure they are sealed tightly in either a plastic or glass container.
- When stored in an airtight container, pecans will last up to 2 weeks at room temperature, 4 weeks in the fridge or 4 months in the freezer.
How To Enjoy Sugared Pecans
- Sugared pecans make the perfect snack for a holiday or any time of the year.
- Topping on a bowl of ice cream with some homemade hot fudge!
- Grape Pecan Summer Salad
- Chopped Salad with Raspberry Vinaigrette
- Break them apart and add them to a mason jar with a fun ribbon tied around the rim to give as a gift!
- Add to the top of a pumpkin or pecan pie.
FAQ About Sugared Pecans
Unfortunately, sugared pecans are not healthy. They should be enjoyed in moderation due to the amount of sugars they are prepared with.
Sugared pecans should be stored in an air tight container and can be enjoyed for about two weeks. If they are refrigerated, they will last about 2 more weeks.
More Holiday Gift Ideas
A perfect gift that’s affordable and thoughtful is a homemade one! Here’s some great DIY gifts like this Exfoliating Coffee Scrub that can be easily made to giveaway. We’ve got something for everyone!
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Sugared Crockpot Pecans
Equipment
- Crock Pot
Ingredients
- 16 oz pecans
- 1/2 cup salted butter (1 stick)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp all-spice
- 1/2 tsp ground cloves
- 1 tbsp cinnamon
Instructions
- Place all ingredients into a crockpot. Cook on Low heat for 2 hours, stirring often. Pour into a medium bowl and let cool before serving. Store in a sealed container.
Notes
- Once they’ve cooled, sugared pecans are ready for storing. Make sure they are sealed tightly in either a plastic or glass container.
- When stored in an airtight container, pecans will last up to 2 weeks at room temperature, 4 weeks in the fridge or 4 months in the freezer.
Would I be able to double or triple this recipe?
Hi Maribeth, thank you for asking. I haven’t done this to test it out but I would think they’d be fine to double at once. Let me know how you enjoy them!
Tried this recipe today. Great taste and so easy!!
Yay! So glad you loved them, Peg!
Megan
Can you tell me what the difference is between using the butter that is in this recipe and egg whites? Is it a texture difference or a calorie one?
Has anyone tried making almonds this way?
I haven’t tried this with almonds, but I’m sure it would be great!
M
I also want to know Do you have the lid on or
off of the crockpot during cooking time?
Hi Dewey and Poldra! YES, definitely put the lid on the crockpot while these are cooking. I hope they turn out great!!
Megan
Do you put the lid on or leave it off?