Air fryer candied pecans are incredibly easy to make and the perfect crunch for salad, yogurt, ice cream and oatmeal bowls. These quick candied pecans are delicious and made with just simple ingredients.
This easy air fryer candied pecans recipe is an all-time favorite of mine-especially during the holidays and cooler months. Cinnamon sugar pecans are great for salads, appetizers, snacks, and a great gift for friends and family.
Made with no egg and just a handful of simple ingredients, this air fryer nuts recipe is the best, so easy, and full of magical flavors! Add these sugar-coated pecans to the table with cranberry sauce and your other favorite seasonal recipes that are just so comforting and delicious.
Glazed pecans are sweet, yet spicy and can easily be customized to fit your needs! Serve these candied nuts as gifts in little bags or just to snack on around the house whenever you’re wanting nutty flavors. These nuts are great for any occasion!
Ingredients
Brown Sugar- Light brown sugar is used to sweeten these nuts and create that perfect candied look. Feel free to use dark brown sugar or your favorite sugar-free granulated dark sugar.
Cinnamon- Ground cinnamon is used to give these nuts warm and spicy aromas and to balance the sweetness of the sugars. If you only have cinnamon sticks, then grate those on a boxed grater.
Ginger- Ginger gives these nuts a bright flavor. I used ground ginger.
Nutmeg- Spicy ground nutmeg is the perfect addition to the cinnamon for these air fryer candied nuts and ties this recipe together. Use ground nutmeg or grate a piece of the whole nutmeg.
Maple Syrup- Sweet maple syrup adds extra natural sweetness that coats the nuts perfectly.
Water- Purified water is used to create the base for the sugar mixture.
Pecans- You will want to make sure the raw pecans are halved. Use freshly picked pecans or some from the store!
Salt- A little bit of salt is used to give this spiced nut recipe a hint of savoriness that doesn’t allow these nuts to be too sweet.
How to Make Candied Pecans in the Air Fryer
Candied nuts made in the air fryer take way less time than cooking them in the oven. This recipe is fast and a great way to satisfy your craving for candied nuts!
First, line the air fryer basket with parchment paper or aluminum foil. In a medium bowl, toss the brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, maple syrup, water, pecans, and salt. Stir until combined.
- Next, pour the mixture inside the air fryer basket and air fry at 330 degrees Fahrenheit for eight minutes. Shake the basket halfway through. Cook the nuts until they are shiny and fragrant.
- Remove the nuts from the air fryer and transfer them to a parchment-lined baking sheet. Spread the air fryer candied pecans in a single layer onto the sheet and allow them to cool for at least ten minutes before serving.
Recipe Tips
- For additional flavors or other spice ideas, you can add ½ teaspoon of dry mustard and even ¼ teaspoon of ground cardamom.
- Make sure the nuts have plenty of time to cool so they can harden.
- For a little bit of spice, add cayenne pepper to the candied pecans mixture.
- To make these nuts ahead of time, simply combine all of the ingredients in a bowl (except the pecans) and refrigerate until ready to use.
How Long to Cook Candied Pecans in the Air Fryer
Cook the candied pecans in the air fryer for at least eight minutes or until they are shiny and fragrant.
Cook the Candied Nuts in the Oven
To cook the pecans in the oven, preheat the oven to 250°F and bake them on a baking sheet for one hour while shaking every 15 minutes.
What to Serve with Glazed Pecans
Serve this air fryer candied nut recipe with other snacks such as popcorn, trail mix, desserts, or candies. You can also serve these sweet pecans over my healthy massaged kale and apple salad or with these air fryer plantains.
How do you Store Candied Pecans?
Store the candied pecans in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week or in the refrigerator for three weeks.
Can you Freeze Candied Pecans?
Yes, you can freeze these egg free candied pecans. To freeze, just transfer them to a freezer-safe storage bag or container. Freeze the nuts in the freezer for up to four months.
If you don’t want to reheat them you can place them on the counter until they come to room temperature.
How to Reheat This Recipe
- Air Fryer – Place the air fryer candied nuts in the air fryer basket and warm at 330°F for three to five minutes until the nuts are warmed through.
- Oven – Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and warm the chilaquiles for at least fifteen minutes until crispy and hot.
Why are my Candied Pecans Sticky?
If your pecans are sticky, then they may not have had a long enough time to cook in the air fryer. The pecans will also harden as they cool.
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