Slow Cooker Candied Pecans

Here’s an easy slow cooker candied pecans recipe 🌰🍯—perfect for snacking, salads, or desserts.

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Ingredients

• 2 cups pecan halves
• ½ cup brown sugar
• 2 tbsp butter, melted
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ¼ tsp cinnamon (optional)
• Pinch of salt

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Instructions

1. Prepare the slow cooker:
   • Lightly spray the slow cooker insert with non-stick cooking spray.
2. Mix ingredients:
   • In a bowl, combine pecans, brown sugar, melted butter, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt.
   • Stir until nuts are evenly coated.
3. Cook:
   • Pour the mixture into the slow cooker.
   • Cook on low for 1–1.5 hours, stirring every 20 minutes to prevent burning.
4. Cool and separate:
   • Once the sugar is melted and nuts are caramelized, spread pecans on parchment paper to cool.
   • Break apart any clusters once cooled.

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Tips

• For extra crunch, cook uncovered.
• Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 1–2 weeks.
• Add a pinch of cayenne or chili powder for a sweet-spicy twist.

If you want, I can also give a super quick microwave version that takes just 5–7 minutes.

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