The spices and bourbon in these pecans marry together to make a great snack or topping for a Sweet Potato Casserole—or even sprinked on a dessert, like brownies.
Level
Beginner
Prep Time
5 minutes
Cook Time
40 minutes
Serves
14-16
Directions
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees F.
- Mix brown sugar, salt, cayenne pepper, cinnamon and paprika in a small bowl.
- Beat egg white with water, vanilla, and bourbon until foamy.
- Toss pecans in the egg white mixture and coat well. Sprinkle in the sugar mixture and stir to coat.
- Lay a piece of parchment paper on the baking pan and spread the nuts evenly.
- Bake for 40 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- Allow the pecans to cool for 10 minutes before serving.
Kitchen Note:
Use as a topping on the Sweet Potato Casserole.
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