Spiced Orange Pecans

Submitted by Bev I Am

"This is a wonderful and very easy recipe for the holidays! I found it in Taste of Home Magazine. If you decide to prepare a double batch, please make sure you spread in only a single layer on the baking sheet. It is important that these pecans dry as they bake to become crispy. I hope you enjoy this recipe. I think it is a real treat!"

 

• Ready In: 50mins
• Ingredients: 10
• Yields: cups

ingredients

• 2 egg whites, lightly beaten
• 3 tablespoons orange juice
• 5 cups pecan halves
• 1 1⁄2 cups confectioners' sugar
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons orange rind, freshly grated
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 3⁄4 teaspoon ground cloves
• 1⁄4 teaspoon ground allspice
• 1⁄8 teaspoon salt

directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the egg whites and orange juice.
2. Add pecan halves and toss to coat; drain well.
3. In another large bowl, combine the remaining ingredients.
4. Add pecans halves and toss to coat.
5. Spread in a single layer in a greased 15" x 10" baking pan.
6. Bake at 250 degrees for 30-35 minutes, or until dry and lightly browned.
7. Cool completely.
8. Store in an airtight container.
9. Yield: 5 cups.

Reviews

[Sugar Rushay]

Wonderful! Followed the recipe except missed the cornstarch. Wonderful flavor.

 

[rosslare]

Superb gingerbread and orange flavored pecans!

 

[Denise Garcia]

Loved it! Easy to make, and easier to eat the whole thing if your not careful.

 

[Aunt Cookie]

Oh, man...these are so incredible! I tried the same preparation with pecans, walnuts, and almonds, and they were all amazing (my personal favorite was the almond version). The orange scent filling my apartment was a great fringe benefit to the recipe, too. Thanks for sharing!