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Air Fryer Candied Pecans – Quick & Easy Sweet Treat Recipe

Air Fryer Candied Pecans – Quick & Easy Sweet Treat Recipe
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These Air Fryer Candied Pecans are a quick and easy sweet treat that combines crunchy, spiced pecans with a perfectly caramelized sugar coating. Made with simple ingredients like sugar, cinnamon, and egg white, this recipe delivers a delicious snack or topping for salads, desserts, and more—all without the hassle of traditional stovetop candying. Using an air fryer ensures an evenly cooked, crispy, and perfectly candied nut with minimal cleanup.

Ingredients

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Nut Base

  • 2 cups pecan halves

Coating

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

Optional Substitutes

  • Brown sugar instead of granulated sugar for a deeper, caramelized flavor

Instructions

  1. Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 300°F and allow it to preheat. This step ensures the pecans will cook evenly and develop a crisp texture.
  2. Prepare the Coating: In a large mixing bowl, whisk the egg white until frothy. Add the vanilla extract and mix thoroughly to combine, creating a sticky base for the sugar coating.
  3. Coat the Pecans: Add the pecan halves to the egg white mixture, stirring so that every pecan is evenly coated. This adhesive layer helps the seasoning stick well to the nuts.
  4. Mix Sugar and Spices: In a separate bowl, combine granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt. Pour this blend over the coated pecans and toss until all pecans are evenly covered with the sweet and spiced mixture.
  5. Air Fry the Pecans: Spread the coated pecans in a single layer inside the air fryer basket. Cook at 300°F for 10 to 15 minutes, shaking the basket every 5 minutes to prevent clumping and to promote even caramelization.
  6. Cool and Serve: Once the pecans are golden and fragrant, remove them from the air fryer and allow to cool completely. The coating will harden upon cooling, giving the pecans their signature crunchy texture.

Notes

  • Shake the air fryer basket every 5 minutes to ensure even cooking and prevent sticking.
  • For a richer flavor, substitute brown sugar for granulated sugar.
  • Store cooled candied pecans in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.
  • Use these candied pecans as toppings for salads, oatmeal, yogurt, or desserts.
  • Adjust cinnamon quantity to taste for less or more spice.

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