spicy cocoa-glazed pecans

Name: Spicy Cocoa-Glazed Pecans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Southwestern
Ingredients: 1/4 cup(s) plus 2 tbs sugar, divided; 1 cup(s) warm water; 1 1/2 cup(s) large pecan halves; 1 tablespoon(s) cocoa powder; 3 teaspoon(s) chili powder; 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon(s) cayenne pepper

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Susan Feliciano

Oak Ridge, TN

Updated on Aug 16, 2015

I've bought pecans glazed in various flavors in the past. Now I know how to make them. I like having glazed nuts on hand for the holidays. I think the cocoa and chili powder combo will really rock.

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prep time 15 Min

cook time 15 Min

method Bake

yield 6-8 serving(s)

Ingredients

1/4 cup plus 2 tbs sugar, divided
1 cup warm water
1 1/2 cups large pecan halves
1 tablespoon cocoa powder
3 teaspoons chili powder
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

How To Make spicy cocoa-glazed pecans

Step 1

Heat oven to 350°F. Lightly spray a shallow baking pan with cooking spray.

Step 2

Stir together 1/4 cup sugar and warm water, stirring until sugar dissolves. Add pecans; let soak 10 minutes. Drain water and discard.
Step 3

Stir together remaining 2 tablespoons sugar, cocoa, chili powder, and cayenne pepper in medium bowl. Add pecans; toss until all cocoa mixture coats pecans. Spread coated pecans onto prepared pan.
Step 4

Bake 10-15 minutes or until pecans start to glisten and appear dry. Stir occasionally while baking. Cool completely. Store in a cool, dry place. Great as a snack with beverages, as an appetizer, or sprinkle on salads.
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