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Savory Spiced Pecans
This easy recipe for Savory Spiced Pecans is the perfect sweet and spicy low-carb snack for the holiday season. Enjoy these roasted nuts on their own, add to salads, soups, and baked goods, or give as a DIY gift!
Servings: 16 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb. pecans raw
- 4 Tbsp. butter melted*
- 2 Tbsp. pure maple syrup*
- 1 ½ tsp. chili powder
- 1 tsp. paprika
- ¼ - ½ tsp. cayenne pepper
- ½ tsp. garlic powder
- 1 ¼ tsp. salt to taste
- ¼ tsp. cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 300°F.
- Whisk together melted butter or oil, syrup, and seasonings in a large bowl.
- Add pecans and toss until well coated.
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and spread the pecans out in a single layer.
- Bake in preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until nuts are toasted and aromatic. Toss nuts halfway through roasting.
- Let cool completely before serving. Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
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Notes
Meal Prep and Storage
- To Prep-Ahead: You can mix up your spices well before you need them. Or, this entire recipe can be made a week ahead of time.
- To Store: Keep the spiced pecans in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks. You can use a plastic storage container or Christmas tin. You can also refrigerate them to extend the shelf life up to 3-4 weeks. However, the taste and texture will be slightly affected if refrigerated.
- To Freeze: You can freeze these pecans for up to 3 to 6 months, but the texture won't be the same upon thawing.
Nutrition
Calories: 230kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 184mg | Potassium: 136mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 429IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg