Name: Sweet and Spicy Pecans
Cook time: 1 h 25 min
Total time: 1 h 25 min
Yield: 16 Servings
Cuisine: Other
Ingredients: 1 egg white; 1 tbsp water; 1 lb pecan halves; 0.667 cup sugar; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp chili powder; 0.5 tsp cayenne; 0.25 tsp ground cinnamon; 1 tsp salt

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Sweet and Spicy Pecans

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 275°F.

Whisk the egg white and water in a large bowl until frothy. Add the pecans and toss to coat.

Whisk together the sugar, cumin, chili powder, cayenne pepper, cinnamon, and salt in a second large bowl. Add the pecans and toss to coat with the spice mixture. Transfer nuts to a baking sheet and spread into an even layer.

Bake the pecans on middle rack of oven for 15 minutes. Stir the nuts and smooth them back into a single layer.

Reduce the oven temperature to 250°F.

Continue baking until spice mixture is no longer tacky, about 1 hour. Stir the nuts every 15 minutes.

Check to see that pecans are done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.

Let pecans cool completely before serving. The nuts will crisp as they cool.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Egg White Whipping Technique 🥚
Whip the egg white to soft peaks before coating the pecans—this creates a lighter, crispier texture that adheres better than using whole egg or unwhipped whites.
Spice Layering Strategy 🌶️
Mix cayenne and chili powder separately first, then combine with cinnamon and cumin to ensure even distribution and prevent hot spots where spices clump together.
Single-Layer Roasting Method 📍
Spread pecans in a single layer on your baking sheet and stir every 5 minutes to ensure uniform toasting and prevent burning on the edges while centers remain undercooked.
Cooling Prevents Sticking 🧊
Allow pecans to cool completely on the baking sheet before transferring—this lets the coating set and harden, preventing them from clumping together during storage.
Strategic Storage Separation 🎁
Divide finished pecans into three portions immediately—one for salads, one for snacking, and one for guests—to avoid the temptation of consuming everything at once before serving.