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Gingersnap Pecans

Gingersnap Pecans: Irresistibly Sweet Holiday Crunch

Gingersnap Pecans are a sweet and spiced holiday snack, perfect for festivities and gifts.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Nuts
  • 3 cups Pecans Use raw pecans for best results.
For the Coating
  • 1/2 cup Molasses Dark brown Karo syrup can be a substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Light or dark brown sugar can work.
  • 1 tablespoon Ground Ginger No substitution recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Can use extra ginger if needed.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground Cloves Optional to omit.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Ground White Pepper Can be reduced or omitted.
  • 2 tablespoons Water Helps create a syrupy mixture.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • mixing bowl
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 200°F (93°C) and prepare a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and white pepper. Add molasses and water, stirring until syrupy.
  3. Add the pecans to the spice mixture and coat thoroughly.
  4. Spread coated pecans in a single layer on the baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 1 hour, stirring every 20 minutes for even cooking.
  6. Cool on the baking sheet until fully set.
  7. Transfer to an airtight container for storage or serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ozCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

These gingersnap pecans can be made gluten-free and are perfect for gifting during the holiday season.

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