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A clear glass bowl filled with Stovetop Candied Pecans sits on a gray surface, with more pecans blurred in the background. The pecans appear coated in a light, crunchy sugar glaze.
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4.95 from 17 votes

Stovetop Candied Pecans

Candied Pecans Stovetop recipe is easy to make on the stove. Melted brown sugar and salt tops the pecans for an easy snack or on your salad.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time4 minutes
Total Time9 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12
Author: Carrie Barnard
Cost: $6.77, $0.56 per Servings

Ingredients

  • 2 cups Pecan Halves
  • ½ cup Brown Sugar
  • ¼ tsp Salt
  • 2 Tbsp Water

Instructions

  • Heat 2 tablespoons water, ½ cup brown sugar, and ¼ teaspoon salt in a skillet over medium high heat until the mixture starts boiling and the sugar has dissolved.
  • Add 2 cups pecan halves and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring to coat the pecans in the brown sugar glaze.
  • Then move the pecans to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.  Separate the pecans with a fork if needed and allow them to cool at room temperature to cool completely.
  • Once they are cool, they are ready to serve and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 149kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Sodium: 51mg | Potassium: 80mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 9IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 1mg
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