Honey-Roasted Peppered Pecans

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
9%
Honey-Roasted Peppered Pecans
3 min.
6
288kcal

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If you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make snack that's both sweet and savory, look no further than these Honey-Roasted Peppered Pecans! This irresistible recipe combines the perfect balance of warm honey sweetness, a spicy kick from freshly ground black pepper, and the rich, earthy flavor of pecans. Best of all, it's a treat that's both gluten-free, dairy-free, and completely vegetarian, making it suitable for a wide range of diets. Whether you're hosting a gathering or just craving a flavorful side dish, these roasted pecans are a guaranteed hit.

Ready in just 20 minutes, this recipe couldn't be simpler. It requires minimal prep and features just a handful of ingredients that you likely already have in your pantry. The pecans are roasted to crispy perfection in the oven, coated in a tantalizing honey-pepper mixture, and then finished with a sprinkle of sugar to add a touch of sweetness. The result is a crunchy, flavorful snack that you won't be able to stop munching on.

These Honey-Roasted Peppered Pecans also make a wonderful gift when packaged in a jar or small bag, or can even be enjoyed as a delightful topping for salads, roasted vegetables, or even as a topping for your morning oatmeal. So, whether you're treating yourself or sharing with friends, this easy and satisfying recipe will quickly become a favorite!

Ingredients

  • teaspoons pepper black freshly ground
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground allspice 
  • 0.3 cup honey 
  • cups pecans 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons sugar 

Equipment

  • baking paper
  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  2. Stir together honey, pepper, salt, and allspice and add pecans, tossing to coat well.
  3. Spread pecans in 1 layer in a shallow (1-inch-deep) baking pan and sprinkle with sugar.
  4. Bake in middle of oven 15 minutes, then stir pecans and bake 5 minutes more.
  5. Transfer to a sheet of wax or parchment paper to cool and, working quickly, separate pecans with a fork while still warm.
  6. Serve at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Calories288kcal
Protein4.06%
Fat69.2%
Carbs26.74%

Properties

Glycemic Index
29.89
Glycemic Load
9.09
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
8.3652173384376%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
3.54mg
Delphinidin
2.4mg
Catechin
2.39mg
Epigallocatechin
1.86mg
Epicatechin
0.27mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.76mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:288.26kcal
14.41%
Fat:23.8g
36.62%
Saturated Fat:2.05g
12.82%
Carbohydrates:20.7g
6.9%
Net Carbohydrates:17.31g
6.3%
Sugar:16.9g
18.78%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:388.38mg
16.89%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.14g
6.29%
Manganese:1.58mg
79.25%
Copper:0.41mg
20.55%
Vitamin B1:0.22mg
14.57%
Fiber:3.38g
13.53%
Magnesium:41.47mg
10.37%
Zinc:1.54mg
10.24%
Phosphorus:93.12mg
9.31%
Iron:0.97mg
5.39%
Potassium:152.54mg
4.36%
Vitamin B6:0.07mg
3.74%
Vitamin E:0.47mg
3.13%
Vitamin B5:0.3mg
3.04%
Vitamin B2:0.05mg
2.96%
Calcium:27.73mg
2.77%
Vitamin K:2.25µg
2.14%
Vitamin B3:0.41mg
2.07%
Selenium:1.43µg
2.04%
Folate:7.69µg
1.92%
Source:Epicurious