Coconut Candied Pecans
Enjoy the irresistible crunch of homemade Coconut Candied Pecans, a sweet Southern snack made with pecans, brown sugar, and coconut. Perfect for gifting or holiday treats!
Equipment
- 1 Small Mixing Bowl
- 1 Large Mixing Bowl
- 1 Large Baking Sheet
Ingredients
- 4 cups pecan halves
- 1 cup shredded coconut (pulsed in a food processor until fine)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup white sugar
- 2 egg whites
- 1/8 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp water
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200°F (93°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the sugar mixture: In a small mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar, white sugar, shredded coconut, and salt. Stir until well combined.
- Whip the egg whites: In a large mixing bowl, beat the egg whites and water together until frothy and foamy. This step ensures the sugar mixture sticks to the pecans evenly.
- Coat the pecans: Add the pecan halves to the foamy egg white mixture, stirring gently to coat all the pecans. Then, pour in the sugar-coconut mixture and mix thoroughly, making sure each pecan is evenly coated.
- Bake the pecans: Spread the coated pecans evenly across the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 30-40 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even baking. When the pecans are golden and fragrant, they’re ready to come out of the oven.
- Cool and store: Let the candied pecans cool completely before breaking them apart. Once cooled, transfer them to an airtight jar or container for storage.