Hey, y'all! Few sweet treats are more southern than candied pecans. I grew up eating them throughout my childhood - and they are still one of my all-time favorites today. I recently tested making them in the air fryer and fell in love with how easy it was. As such, I'm thrilled to share my recipe for Air Fryer Candied Pecans with y'all today!

Air Fryer Candied Pecans

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Ingredients: Air Fryer Candied Pecans

• 2 c. pecan halves
• 1 egg white
• 1 tbsp. Maple syrup
• ¼ c. brown sugar
• ¼ c. white sugar
• 1 tsp. cinnamon

How to Make Air Fryer Candied Pecans

1. In a large bowl, combine pecans, egg white, maple syrup, brown sugar, white sugar, and cinnamon, tossing until well-mixed.
2. Prepare your air fryer basket by lining it with parchment paper, ensuring no corners or edges protrude over the top, to prevent burning. Cut off any corners or edges that stick over the top of the air fryer basket.
3. Transfer the coated pecans onto the parchment-lined basket and shake gently to create an even layer.
4. Air fry at 340F for 5 minutes. Remove the air fryer basket, stir the nuts thoroughly, and then cook for an additional 5 minutes.
5. Once done, spread out the pecans evenly on a baking sheet or cutting board lined with parchment paper. Let them dry out for roughly an hour.
6. Once dried, store the pecans in a sealed container. Enjoy!

Pro Tips For Making This Recipe

1. Ensure each pecan is evenly coated with the egg white and sugar mixture for consistent sweetness in every bite.
2. Keep an eye on the pecans during the last few minutes of cooking to prevent over-browning. Adjust cooking time if needed.
3. Allow the candied pecans to cool completely on the parchment-lined baking sheet before transferring them to a storage container. This helps them crisp up and maintain their texture.

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Air Fryer Candied Pecans

Air Fryer Candied Pecans

JC Phelps

You're going to love my Air Fryer Candied Pecans - a classic southern dessert made easily in your air fryer!

5 from 9 votes

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Cooling Time 1 hour hr

Total Time 1 hour hr 20 minutes mins

Course Dessert

Cuisine American, Southern

Servings 8

Calories 474 kcal

Equipment

• air fryer

Ingredients

  

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• 2 c. pecan halves
• 1 egg white
• 1 tbsp. Maple syrup
• ¼ c. brown sugar
• ¼ c. white sugar
• 1 tsp. Cinnamon

Instructions

 

• In a large bowl, combine pecans, egg white, maple syrup, brown sugar, white sugar, and cinnamon, tossing until well-mixed.
• Prepare your air fryer basket by lining it with parchment paper, ensuring no corners or edges protrude over the top, to prevent burning. Cut off any corners or edges that stick over the top of the air fryer basket.
• Transfer the coated pecans onto the parchment-lined basket and shake gently to create an even layer.
• Air fry at 340F for 5 minutes. Remove the air fryer basket, stir the nuts thoroughly, and then cook for an additional 5 minutes.
• Once done, spread out the pecans evenly on a baking sheet or cutting board lined with parchment paper. Let them dry out for roughly an hour.
• Once dried, store the pecans in a sealed container. Enjoy!

Notes

• Ensure each pecan is evenly coated with the egg white and sugar mixture for consistent sweetness in every bite.
• Keep an eye on the pecans during the last few minutes of cooking to prevent over-browning. Adjust cooking time if needed.
• Allow the candied pecans to cool completely on the parchment-lined baking sheet before transferring them to a storage container. This helps them crisp up and maintain their texture.

Nutrition

Calories: 474kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 6gFat: 43gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 13gMonounsaturated Fat: 24gSodium: 9mgPotassium: 265mgFiber: 6gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 35IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 56mgIron: 2mg

Keyword Air Fryer Candied Pecans

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JC