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Gingersnap Pecans

Gingersnap Pecans: Crunchy Holiday Treats You'll Love

Gingersnap Pecans are a sweet and spicy holiday snack that everyone will love.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 10 servings
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Coating
  • 2 cups Pecans Raw pecans for the best crunch
  • 1/4 cup Molasses Can substitute with dark brown Karo syrup
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Light or dark, to taste
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Ginger Fresh ginger can deepen flavor
  • 2 teaspoons Ground Cinnamon Essential for gingersnap flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cloves Allspice works too
  • 1/2 teaspoon Ground White Pepper Optional for warmth
  • 2 tablespoons Water Adjust as needed for coating

Equipment

  • Baking Sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • Parchment Paper
  • Oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Gingersnap Pecans
  1. Preheat your oven to 200°F (93°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine molasses, brown sugar, and water. Stir in ground ginger, cinnamon, cloves, and white pepper until glossy.
  3. Gently fold the raw pecans into the syrup mixture until fully coated.
  4. Spread coated pecans in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
  5. Bake for 1 hour, stirring every 20 minutes for even cooking and to re-coat.
  6. Remove from oven and let cool on the baking sheet until firm.
  7. Transfer to an airtight container for storage.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ozCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 2mgPotassium: 130mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2-3 weeks. To freeze, use a freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months.

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