Air Fryer Candied Pecans
Are you looking for the perfect snack? This recipe for Air Fryer Candied Pecans is the best! You’ll love this fast and easy nut mixture that seriously makes the best candied pecans!
Make certain to check out my Easy Sugared Pecans for another fun and sweet treat for the family to enjoy.
All you need is a few simple ingredients and a couple of minutes to make this great snack. It’s a fast way to use up your fresh pecans in a way that will have everyone grabbing a handful or two. The next time that you’re needing quick snacks, why not make these easy candied pecans?
This recipe is perfect for the holiday season and also makes for amazing gifts, too! Tasty and homemade holiday gifts are the best!
Get ready to love this sweet and salty snack! It really is quite addictive! I swear I’ll be able to stop snacking on them but it never rings true.
Air Fryer Pecans
This simple and healthy snack comes together with minimal effort. Use this as inspiration to try making candied walnuts, too! Nuts are great for healthy fats in your diet.
Ingredients
- pecan halves
- egg white
- water
- granulated white sugar
- ground cinnamon
- salt
How to Make Candied Pecans in the Air Fryer
How to Make Candied Pecans
Mix egg white and water in a small bowl and use a whisk for 1 minute until the mixture is frothy.
Mix the salt, sugar, and cinnamon together in a bowl and set aside.
Add the pecans to the egg mixture and toss until fully coated. Pour in the cinnamon and sugar mixture and toss the pecans to ensure they are fully coated.
Spread out the coated pecans in the prepared air fryer basket.
Cook on 350 for 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket often.
FAQs
What can you use the cooled pecans for?
Once you cook up the raw pecan halves, you can use them for toppings on quite a few things! THey’re great on ice cream, fresh fruit, and taste great as a salad topper mixed with goat cheese.
How do you store candied pecans?
These pecans last easily for up to a week. You just need to be certain to store them in an air-tight container. You can leave them at room temperature.
If you have any other fun recipe ideas for these candied pecans, leave them below in the comments. We’re always looking for feedback or great ideas for all of you!
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Air Fryer Candied Pecans
Equipment
- Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 1 pound pecan halves
- 1 egg white
- 1 Tablespoon water
- 1 cup granulated white sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Mix egg white and water in a small bowl and use a whisk for 1 minute until the mixture is frothy.
- Mix the salt, sugar, and cinnamon together in a bowl and set aside.
- Add the pecans to the egg mixture and toss until fully coated. Pour in the cinnamon and sugar mixture and toss the pecans to ensure they are fully coated.
- Spread out the coated pecans in the prepared air fryer basket.
- Cook on 350 for 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket often.
Nutrition
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