Sweet & Savory Spiced Pecans

These spiced pecans are a lovely mid-afternoon snack. They are also fantastic on a charcuterie board or an antipasto platter. Or you could divide them up into small sacs or boxes and give them as little gifts for your friends at Christmas time! I remember a few years ago a friend did just that with her own recipe like this and it was such a delightful treat. Now on to the recipe!

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Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 35 minutes
Yields 4 cups

Ingredients:

1 T. fresh or dried rosemary leaves, finely chopped
2 t. ground cinnamon
1 t. ground cardamom
¾ t. allspice
½ t. ground cloves
¼ t. ground cayenne
½ t. fine sea salt
¼ t. black pepper
¼ c. unsalted butter
1/3 c. honey, preferably local
2 T. maple syrup
4 c. whole pecans
¼ c. raw cane or other large grain sugar, for dusting

Directions:

1. Place top oven rack in the center position and pre-heat oven to 350°F. Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or a Silpat™ baking mat. Set aside.
   
   
2. Combine rosemary, cinnamon, cardamom, allspice, cloves, cayenne, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Stir to combine and set aside.
   
   
3. Add butter to a small skillet set over medium heat. When the butter is mostly melted, add the honey and maple syrup and stir to combine. Heat for 1-2 minutes or until heated through. Remove from heat and set aside.
   
   
4. Place pecans in a large bowl and pour the melted butter mixture on top. Add the spice mixture and stir until the pecans are completely coated in both.
   
   
5. Transfer the coated spiced pecans to the prepared baking sheet and spread into a thin, single layer without overcrowding. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes, giving the pecans a good stir after 15 minutes.
   
   
6. Remove from oven and cool for 5-10 minutes. Sprinkle half the coarse sugar on top and stir to combine. Repeat with the remaining sugar and cool completely. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for 2-3 weeks. Enjoy!

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