Description

These Orange Cardamom Glazed Candied Pecans offer a delightful combination of crunchy pecans, warm spices, and a bright citrusy glaze. A touch of dark chocolate adds a touch of indulgence, making them perfect for gifting or enjoying as a sweet treat.

Ingredients

Scale

200g (7oz) Raw Pecans: Plump, uniform pecans for even coating.
30g (2 tbsp) Unsalted Butter: For richness and binding.
100g (½ cup) Light Brown Sugar: Adds molasses-like sweetness.
60ml (¼ cup) Honey: Provides sweetness and a glossy sheen.
1 tsp (≈1 large) Orange Zest: Freshly grated for vibrant citrus flavor.
¼ tsp Ground Cardamom: Aromatic spice for unique flavor.
Pinch of Sea Salt: Balances sweetness and enhances flavors.
30g (1oz) Halal-Certified Dark Chocolate (70% Cacao): Adds elegance and contrasting flavor.
Extra Orange Zest (for garnish): For color and aroma.
2–3 Fresh Mint Leaves (for garnish): For visual contrast and freshness.

Instructions

Preheat & Prepare: Preheat oven to 150°C (300°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Make Glaze: Melt butter, then add brown sugar, honey, orange zest, and cardamom; stir until smooth.
Coat Pecans: Toss pecans in the glaze until evenly coated.
Bake to Perfection: Spread pecans on baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes, stirring once.
Salt & Cool: Sprinkle with sea salt and cool for 5 minutes.
Drizzle Chocolate: Melt chocolate and drizzle over warm pecans.
Garnish & Serve: Garnish with orange zest and mint; serve at room temperature.

Notes

For best results, use a low oven temperature and ensure pecans are spread in a single layer. Storing in an airtight container will help maintain crispness.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Snack
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 50g
Calories: 220 kcal
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 30mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 3g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: pecans, candied, orange, cardamom, glaze, chocolate, snack, holiday, gifting