Comments on: Naturally Sweetened Candied Pecans

By: Kathleen

Kathleen — Wed, 29 Apr 2026 00:11:46 +0000

What an easy and delicious recipe! It has just enough sweetness to satisfy my sweet tooth. Thank you.

By: Hbeth

Hbeth — Wed, 24 Dec 2025 16:33:27 +0000

These are exactly what I needed. Less sweet than at Silver Dollar City or candy store, but that’s ok with me. I subbed Smart Balance for butter and added a bit more cinnamon- If I make again I will add a little nutmeg too. I baked longer because I doubled the recipe- just stirred each time. The pecans tell you when they are done- the way they smell and dry out a bit. Perfect! Thanks for the recipe!

By: Linda V

Linda V — Mon, 22 Dec 2025 03:02:41 +0000

Received these as a gift and wanted to make more, only did not realize
Salt measurement was for kosher salt only:( Way toooo salty.

By: Michele

Michele — Fri, 12 Dec 2025 22:24:25 +0000

Love these so much! I’ve been making these every year since this recipe came out. I put them in cute baggies w/ ties and give them out to co-workers and friends at Christmas time. Everyone loves them and talks about them!

By: Katie

Katie — Sun, 16 Mar 2025 15:57:04 +0000

FWIW worked beautifully without a fat of any kind! Because I forgot about the butter until it was too late lol. Still came out amazing, everything else followed to a T!

By: Linda

Linda — Mon, 23 Dec 2024 01:18:14 +0000

It’s December 22nd and I’ve almost reached my limit for anything kitchen related. I thought I’d give these a try since they seemed quick and didn’t require a lot of prep or clean-up. Oh my—these pecans did not disappoint! So delicious. I only made a half batch but I’ll definitely be putting these pecans on my year-round snack list. Thanks, Kate

By: Kate

Kate — Thu, 19 Dec 2024 12:14:45 +0000

In reply to Lori. Hooray! That's great to hear, Lori. Thank you for your review!

By: Michelle

Michelle — Tue, 17 Dec 2024 23:54:28 +0000

These are delicious. However they are extremely salty and I only added 1/2 the salt the recipe called for. I used bourbon barrel aged maple syrup.

By: Rod P

Rod P — Tue, 03 Dec 2024 23:28:08 +0000

I’ve made this recipe multiple times, always with rave reviews. An occasional twist to the recipe, I use bourbon barrel aged maple syrup. I must exercise great restraint when I finish the batch so I’ll have enough to share. Upon second thought, sharing is overrated… GREAT RECIPE!

By: Lori

Lori — Sun, 01 Dec 2024 19:30:31 +0000

Oh my gosh, these are amazing! I have been making a different recipe for years, and this year really wanted something without all the sugar. The maple syrup sounded interesting, but I wasn’t sure how it would turn out. Well, I followed this recipe precisely, including using the silicone mat on the pan and nothing else, and it was exactly as you said, not sticky and they come apart easily after they’ve cooled. Plus they are crispy and so darn delicious! I’m going to make a second double batch since I know my family will want to keep some for us. Thank you for a wonderful recipe and a new tradition in our family!!!