Description
Sweet, crunchy, and infused with warm cinnamon and pure maple syrup, these air fryer candied pecans make a perfect snack or topping. Ready in minutes and healthier than traditional methods, they’re ideal for salads, desserts, cheese boards, or just munching straight from the jar!
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
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2 cups pecan halves
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1/3 cup pure maple syrup
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Optional Ingredients:
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1/2 cup granulated sugar (for extra sweetness)
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1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (for a spicy kick)
Instructions
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Coat Pecans – In a large bowl, toss pecans with maple syrup, vanilla, cinnamon, and sea salt until evenly coated. Add sugar or cayenne if using.
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Preheat Air Fryer – Preheat to 300°F (150°C) for 3–5 minutes.
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Air Fry Pecans – Place pecans in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook 8–10 minutes, shaking halfway through to ensure even cooking. Watch closely to avoid burning.
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Cool Pecans – Transfer pecans to parchment-lined baking sheet and spread out to cool and crisp.
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Store – Once completely cool, store in an airtight container at room temperature.
Notes
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Cooking times may vary by air fryer model—monitor closely.
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Experiment with spices like nutmeg or cardamom for flavor variations.
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Ensure pecans are fully cooled before storing to keep crunchy.
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Make in larger batches for parties or gifts!