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Chai-Spiced Candied Pecans

Sweet, salty, and spicy, these chai-spiced candied pecans are super simple to prepare and bake. A delicious gift or snack for the holidays!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time1 hour
Total Time1 hour 10 minutes
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American / Canadian
Servings: 16 servings
Calories: 234kcal
Author: Kelly Neil

Equipment

  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Measuring cups and spoons or digital kitchen scale
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Rubber spatula or wooden spoon

Ingredients

  • 1 large egg white
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon homemade chai spice
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoons water
  • 4 cups pecan halves
US cups - Metric grams

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 250°F (120°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside.
  • Place the egg white in a mixing bowl and whisk briskly until foamy and slightly thickened, about 2 minutes.
  • Add the sugar, chai spice, salt, and water to the foamy egg white. Whisk well until the mixture is light and creamy, about 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Stir in the pecan halves and fold until the pecans are evenly coated. Spread the coated pecans onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
  • Bake for 1 hour, stirring the pecans every 15 minutes to ensure even baking. Remove from the oven and allow the pecans to cool completely on the baking sheet before serving or storing.

Notes

  • This recipe is intentionally salt-forward to balance the sweetness and spices. If you prefer less salt, reduce to ¾ or ½ teaspoon.
  • The amount of chai spice can be adjusted based on your preference. For a subtler flavor, use 2 teaspoons instead of 1 tablespoon.
  • Chai-spiced candied pecans make a fantastic homemade gift for Christmas. Package them in decorative jars or cellophane bags tied with ribbon for a festive treat.

Storage

  • Store the candied pecans in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. For longer storage, freeze for up to 2 months. If gifting, prepare them as close to the gifting date as possible to ensure freshness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 234kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 19g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 6g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Sodium: 149mg | Potassium: 113mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin A: 16IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 1mg