Description
Southern Church Lady Pecans are the kind of sweet snack that instantly makes me think of holiday gatherings, church socials, homemade gifts, and cozy afternoons with coffee. These candied pecans are buttery, crisp, cinnamon-spiced, and coated in a light sugary shell that makes them irresistible. If you are looking for an easy recipe for party snacks, holiday treats, dessert toppings, edible gifts, or sweet food ideas that feel comforting and classic, this is one of my favorite go-to recipes. They are simple to make, full of warm Southern flavor, and perfect for everything from quick snack bowls to festive dessert tables.
Ingredients
4 cups pecan halves
1 large egg white
1 tablespoon water
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 300°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, whisk the egg white with the water until foamy.
3. Stir in the vanilla extract and melted butter.
4. In a separate bowl, mix together the sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
5. Add the pecan halves to the egg white mixture and toss until evenly coated.
6. Sprinkle in the cinnamon sugar mixture and stir until all the pecans are thoroughly coated.
7. Spread the pecans in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
8. Bake for 35 to 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes for even coating and roasting.
9. Remove from the oven and let the pecans cool completely on the pan until crisp.
10. Store in an airtight container once fully cooled.
Notes
For the best texture, let the pecans cool completely before serving because the coating crisps up as they rest.
Stirring the pecans during baking helps the sugar coating caramelize evenly and keeps them from clumping together.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 394
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 154mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 27g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 8mg
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