candied pecan salad topper

18 Pinches 4 Photos
New Carlisle, OH
Updated on Dec 12, 2018

This is super easy to make. Makes a sweet, tart, crunchy, chewy addition to any salad.

prep time 5 Min
cook time 5 Min
method Stove Top
yield 2 cups

Ingredients

  • 1 cup mixed dried blueberries, dried cherries and dried cranberries
  • 1 cup chopped pecan pieces
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons water
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt

How To Make candied pecan salad topper

  • Step 1
    Mix together brown sugar, water, vanilla and salt in a microwave safe 1-cup measure. Set aside.
  • Step 2
    Toast pecan pieces in a skillet over medium heat for 3 - 4 minutes.
  • Step 3
    When pecans are almost done, microwave sugar mixture for 30-40 seconds, until hot and bubbly. It will be HOT!
  • Step 4
    Pour over pecan pieces in skillet and carefully stir to coat.
  • Step 5
    Spread on a parchment lined baking sheet and allow to cool. Break apart nuts. They may be a bit "Tacky" at first, but this will go away.
  • Step 6
    Mix with dried blueberries, cherries and cranberries. Store in an air tight container.
  • Step 7
    To serve: sprinkle a tablespoon or so over salad. Or just enjoy as a snack!

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