Easy Stovetop Candied Pecans Recipe

This easy stovetop candied pecans recipe is a delicious holiday treat and made with a few simple ingredients.

The candied pecans recipe is easy to make in just a few minutes, but you’d better make more than one recipe because they will get eaten up in a flash!

The sugared pecans are the perfect gift for the Thanksgiving and Christmas holiday season.

The Candied Pecans Recipe Are Perfect Homemade Food Gifts

Candied pecans are a great snack to place on the counter around the holidays, toss on a salad, pack in a lunch for dessert, or give as gifts.

Christmas is only a few short months away, and these sugared pecans are the perfect Christmas treat, Thanksgiving treat or any day in between.

Candied Pecans On The Stovetop

I love the recipe because it’s so easy and inexpensive, and you can make it right on the stovetop.

And candied pecans with brown sugar are such a delicious treat. You can buy candied pecans, but why not make fresh and delicious ones? 

Plus, you can add a different flavor each time.

If you love candied pecans, you’ll love this easy praline pecan recipe. Click and give it a try!

If you love pecans, you’ll love this pumpkin pecan pie that readers love or this pecan pie cobbler, or this slow cooker pecan pie that’s easy to bake while you’re working on other things. 

A Crunchy Snack Or Topping

You can also sprinkle the sugar-coated pecans on the top of sweet potato casserole, chop them up on top of a chicken dish, or add the perfect topping to a favorite summer salad.

The delicious pecans make a great crunchy snack, as well.

And you don’t have to go broke buying pecans for this recipe.

I usually buy my pecans at Aldi’s because they sell them for a great price, and you can get enough for a couple of recipes. 

A Simple Recipe

The pecan recipe only took me about 15 minutes to make. The basic recipe is a quick one and won’t keep you in the kitchen too long.

The pecans cool quickly, and you have a nice gift to take to a friend or a teacher, or you can snack on them without sharing any (wink wink).

These aren’t quite as sweet as other candied pecans. I only used brown sugar and eliminated white sugar. But, they are oh-so-delicious with a deeper flavor. 

What Ingredients Do I Need To Make Candied Pecans?

• Pecans
• Butter
• Light brown sugar

Full printable recipe with measurements and instructions at the bottom of the post

Tools Needed To Make The Sweet Treat

• Saucepan
• Spatula
• Stovetop 
• Parchment paper 
• Container to hold the cooled pecans

How To Make Candied Pecans

1. Add butter to a saucepan and let it melt.
2. Next, add the pecans to the saucepan and stir them around until they are covered with melted butter.
3. Add the brown sugar and stir until all of the pecans are covered. 
4. Bring the ingredients to a boil and cook for a few minutes until the pecans begin caramelizing.
5. Spread them out on parchment paper to cool. They will harden as they cool but still be a bit sticky. 

Step-By-Step Instructions

Add half a stick of butter to a non-stick skillet or saucepan and let it melt on medium-high heat.

Add two cups of pecans.

Stir the pecans in the butter until they are covered. I think pecans with butter would be a delicious treat.

Add four tablespoons of brown sugar.

I love the taste of brown sugar. It has a deeper flavor than white sugar and adds so much flavor to candied foods. 

Let the pecans cook in the brown sugar and butter until caramelized.

Take it off the stove and pour the pecans on a piece of parchment paper to cool. The pecans will harden as they cool.

And that’s it – they are such an easy dessert.

Optional Ingredients

• Ground Cinnamon
• Sea salt
• Dark brown sugar
• Coconut sugar
• Chili powder
• Cayenne pepper
• Maple syrup

You can add some cinnamon to the brown sugar-coated pecans for a more festive fall flavor.

Other Pecan Desserts

• Pecan Pie Cheesecake Bars
• Pecan Pie Brownies
• Chocolate Pecan Pie
• Praline Pecan Banana Cake

Places To Take And Share Your Candied Pecans

• Take to holiday and Christmas parties
• Add to Thanksgiving snack tables
• Give as holiday gifts for teachers and neighbors
• Bring to music and academic tutors
• Take to the office to share in the break room
• Bring the sugared pecans to the kid’s school

Ways To Use The Candied Pecans

• Top some ice cream
• Add to a salad
• Stir into a brownie mix
• Add to a bowl for a snack mix
• Put in a lunchbox for an afternoon snack
• Add to the top of pumpkin pie
• Top some green beans, Brussels sprouts, or sweet potatoes
• Add to cheese boards

Frequently Asked Questions

Do Candied Pecans Need To Be Refrigerated?

No, but they do need to be kept in an airtight container. They will last up to about two weeks if you keep them sealed. 

Why Are My Candied Pecans Sticky?

The candied pecans most likely needed to cook a bit longer.

Easy Stove Top Candied Pecans Recipe

Be sure to get the recipe for the easy candied pecans recipe below.

The recipe creates a delicious snack that the whole family will love.

If this is your first time making the pecans stovetop recipe, you will be hooked. It’s a great recipe.

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