Orange Creamsicle Candied Pecans Recipe

Name: Orange Creamsicle Candied Pecans
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 large egg whites; 1 teaspoon water; 1 teaspoon orange extract; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 1/2 teaspoons orange-flavored liqueur (such as Grand Marnier(R)); 1 1/2 teaspoons coffee-flavored liqueur (such as Kahlua(R)); 1 cup white sugar; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh rosemary; 1 tangerine, finely zested; 1 pound shelled pecan halves

Servings: persons

2 large egg whites
1 teaspoon water
1 teaspoon orange extract
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 teaspoons orange-flavored liqueur (such as Grand Marnier(R))
1 1/2 teaspoons coffee-flavored liqueur (such as Kahlua(R))
1 cup white sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh rosemary
1 tangerine, finely zested
1 pound shelled pecan halves

1
Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Heavily butter a large metal baking sheet.
2
Beat egg whites and water together in the bowl of a stand mixer until stiff peaks form. Add orange extract and vanilla extract; beat until incorporated, 1 minute.
3
Mix sugar, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper together in a separate bowl; fold sugar mixture into egg white mixture until just incorporated. Fold in rosemary and tangerine zest until evenly mixed. Add pecans to the sugar-egg white mixture; toss to coat. Spread coated pecans in one layer onto the prepared baking sheet.
4
Bake in the preheated oven, turning the baking sheet and stirring the pecans with a metal spoon every 8 to 10 minutes, until crispy and golden brown, 30 to 40 minutes. Transfer to a sheet of parchment paper to cool completely.

1057

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 large egg whites, 1 teaspoon water, 1 teaspoon orange extract, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract, and more.

Yes, Orange Creamsicle Candied Pecans falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Orange Creamsicle Candied Pecans

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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