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Air Fryer Candied Pecans Recipe

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Crunchy and flavorful Air Fryer Candied Pecans coated in a sweet cinnamon-sugar glaze. These easy-to-make candied pecans are perfect as a snack, salad topping, or holiday gift, prepared quickly in the air fryer for a perfectly toasted finish without the mess of stovetop cooking.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups pecan halves
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 large egg white
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 300°F to ensure an even, gentle cooking environment for the pecans.
  2. Prepare Egg White Mixture: In a bowl, whisk the egg white until frothy. Add vanilla extract and mix well to create a sticky base for the sugar coating.
  3. Coat Pecans: Add the pecan halves to the egg white mixture, stirring thoroughly to ensure every pecan is evenly coated.
  4. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, combine granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt. Sprinkle this mixture over the pecans and stir to coat all the nuts evenly with the sugary spice blend.
  5. Cook in Air Fryer: Arrange the coated pecans in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook at 300°F for 10 to 15 minutes, shaking the basket every 5 minutes to prevent sticking and to ensure even cooking and caramelization.
  6. Cool Pecans: Once pecans are golden brown and fragrant, remove them from the air fryer and let them cool completely. The coating will harden as they cool, giving a delicious crunchy texture.
  7. Store or Serve: After cooling, transfer the candied pecans to a serving bowl or airtight container for storage to maintain freshness.

Notes

  • Shaking the basket every 5 minutes is crucial for even cooking and to prevent the pecans from sticking.
  • Make sure pecans are well coated with the egg white mixture to help the sugar and cinnamon stick properly.
  • Allow pecans to cool fully before storing to prevent sogginess and maintain crunch.
  • These candied pecans can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.
  • Adjust cinnamon and sugar quantities to taste for more or less sweetness or spice.

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