Air Fryer Candied Pecans (Print Version)
Crunchy pecans glazed with maple, brown sugar and cinnamon, perfectly caramelized in your air fryer for an addictive snack.
# Ingredients:
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2 cups pecan halves
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2 tablespoons melted butter
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1 tablespoon maple syrup
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1 large egg white
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1/2 cup brown sugar
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2 tablespoons white sugar
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1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
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Salt to taste
# Steps:
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Place the pecan halves in a medium-sized bowl.
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Heat the butter and maple syrup in a microwave or on the stove top until the butter is melted. Pour the mixture over the pecans and stir to coat.
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In a separate bowl, whip the egg white with a whisk or hand mixer until frothy, just barely holding soft peaks.
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Gently stir the frothed egg white into the coated pecans until combined.
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Mix the brown sugar, white sugar, and ground cinnamon together. Pour the mixture over the pecans and stir to evenly coat.
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Preheat the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 4 minutes. Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper and pour the coated pecans into the basket. Spread them out evenly.
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Cook the pecans in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes, stirring every couple of minutes. Cook until the pecans are dry but slightly sticky and no liquid remains in the basket.
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Pour the cooked pecans onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. Sprinkle with salt to taste and allow them to cool and dry for at least 30 minutes.
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Once completely cool, transfer the pecans to an airtight container for storage.
# Notes:
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Never preheat the air fryer with parchment paper inside, as it can become lodged in the element.
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Store the nuts in an airtight container or sealable plastic bag at room temperature for up to four weeks.