Smoked Candied Pecans
Having a smoker makes an infinite amount of possibilities when it comes to cooking. I mixed together a few ingredients to make a super simple, yet super tasty, smoked candied pecans.
With just a few key ingredients and some added spices, you will be able to make these goodies in a short amount of time.
I highly recommend grinding the cinnamon and the cloves for a more robust taste. This grinder works very well and is easy to clean.
Why should you make these smoked candied pecans?
- Versatility – These smoked candied pecans are not only great by themselves, but they can be used to enhance a dish like a sweet potato soufflé. I also recommend jarring them and giving as a sweet Christmas present, no pun intended.
- Fast and Easy – There is no prep needed. Mix together the ingredients, throw on a baking sheet, and smoke!
Cooking Tips
- Stir frequently. – To avoid burning and having the pecans stick together.
- The longer you cook, the better. – The long that you let them cook, the darker and harder the candy shell will get and the more smoky flavor they will absorb which equals greatness!
- Let the smoked candy pecans chill completely – If you do not let them chill completely before storing, they will stick together and turn chewy from the moisture. Just give it a little time before putting them away!
Smoked Candied Pecans
Traditional candied pecan but given a kiss of smoke
Servings: 10
Cost: 10
Ingredients
- 1 egg white whisked
- 10 ounces pecan halves
- ½ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup white sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground clove
- ½ teaspoon groundallspice
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Set up smoker (or oven) for 275 degrees
- Briefly whisk the egg white till frothy. Then add all the other ingredients and mix to combine.
- Spread out on a parchment lined baking sheet and put on smoker (or oven)
- Mix every ten minutes until the sugar and spices are thoroughly browned. For me this happens at around 40 minutes.
- Cool completely before storing.