Spicy Holiday Pecans

Prep: 10 min Cook: 30 min Serves: 8 Cuisine: American

Spicy Holiday Pecans offer a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and fiery flavors, making them an ideal snack for festive gatherings or cozy evenings. The combination of cinnamon, cayenne, and Worcestershire creates a rich, addictive crunch that appeals to spice lovers and nut enthusiasts alike.

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Ingredients

  • 3 Tbsp. butter
  • 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
  • 2 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. cayenne
  • 4 cups pecans
  • 3 Tbsp. Worcestershire

Instructions

  1. Melt the butter in a saucepan and add cinnamon, salt, and cayenne pepper.
  2. Mix thoroughly to combine the spices with the melted butter.
  3. Add the pecans and toss gently until the nuts are evenly coated.
  4. Place the coated pecans in a shallow baking pan.
  5. Bake at 300°F (150°C) for 30 minutes, turning at least once during baking.

Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)

610 kcal 30% DV
Protein Fat Carbs

Macronutrients

Protein 6.4g 13% DV
Total Fat 54g 69% DV
Carbs 34.6g 13% DV
Fiber 9.5g 34% DV
Sugar 12.5g 25% DV

Electrolytes

Sodium 10098.2mg 100% DV
Potassium 833.5mg 18% DV
Cholesterol 76.3mg 25% DV

Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamin A 522.3mcg 58% DV
Vitamin C 22.7mg 25% DV
Calcium 133mg 10% DV
Iron 4.3mg 24% DV

* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).

Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).

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