Simple Garlic Honey Pecans (Printable)

Crunchy pecans toasted with sweet honey and savory garlic for a quick, flavorful snack.

# What You'll Need:

→ Nuts

01 - 2 cups raw pecan halves

→ Seasoning

02 - 2 tablespoons honey
03 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - ½ teaspoon sea salt
06 - ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper

→ Optional

07 - ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Whisk honey, olive oil, garlic powder, sea salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika (if using) in a large bowl until fully blended.
03 - Add pecan halves to the seasoned mixture and toss to coat evenly.
04 - Spread the coated pecans in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
05 - Roast for 12 to 15 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until pecans turn deep golden and emit a fragrant aroma.
06 - Remove from oven and cool on the baking sheet to crisp as they cool.
07 - Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to one week.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • They come together in under twenty minutes, which means you can make them right before guests arrive and still look like you planned ahead.
  • The balance between sweet honey and savory garlic is so good you will forget they are just nuts on a pan.
02 -
  • Do not skip the halfway stir or the pecans on the edges will get too dark while the center ones stay pale.
  • Let them cool completely before storing or they will turn soft and sticky in the container overnight.
03 -
  • Taste a pecan right after it cools, if it needs more salt sprinkle a little on while they are still warm so it sticks.
  • Line your baking sheet well because honey can burn onto metal and parchment paper saves you from scrubbing later.
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