Microwave Candied Pecans
These sweet and crunchy candied pecans are made quickly in the microwave with just a few pantry staples. This quick recipe creates a perfect snack or salad topper without needing a stovetop or oven.
Buttery sweet candied pecans made in the microwave in under 5 minutes.
Nutrition per serving
Ingredients
nuts
coating
Instructions
Combine Ingredients
Place butter in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave for 20 seconds until melted. Stir in brown sugar and cinnamon until a paste forms.
Coat the Pecans
Add pecan halves to the bowl and stir until every pecan is thoroughly coated in the brown sugar mixture.
Microwave in Intervals
Microwave on high for 2 minutes, stir, then microwave for another 1 to 2 minutes until the coating is bubbling and fragrant. Watch carefully to avoid burning.
Cool and Break Apart
Spread the hot pecans onto a parchment-lined plate and let them cool completely for 5 minutes before breaking apart and serving.
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