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Recipe by:

Elena SMITH

Delicious Slow Cooker Cinnamon Pecans

These Slow Cooker Cinnamon Pecans are a delightful, sweet treat that are easy to prepare and perfect for holiday gatherings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Cooling Time 1 minute
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Group: Ingredients
  • 1 cup raw pecan halves
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 1 tsp. ground cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp. salt
  • 2 Tbsp. unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tsp. vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Slow cooker
  • Medium-sized bowl
  • Spatula
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

  1. Line your slow cooker with a non-stick liner or lightly grease it.
  2. In a medium-sized bowl, mix together brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and salt.
  3. Add the raw pecan halves and drizzle melted butter and vanilla extract over them. Fold gently to coat.
  4. Transfer mixture to slow cooker, cover, and cook on low for 2.5 to 3 hours, stirring every 30 minutes.
  5. Pour pecans onto a parchment-lined baking sheet and allow to cool completely.

Notes

Monitor cooking time closely to avoid burnt sugar and ensure even coating by stirring occasionally.