Skillet-Roasted Maple Cinnamon Pecans (V, GF, Paleo): a 6-ingredient recipe for warm, cozy skillet-roasted pecans glazed with coconut sugar and cinnamon. Paleo, Vegan, Gluten Free, Dairy-Free.
I promised pecans and here they are! 🙂 Not to worry, non-pecan lovers, there is a pecan-less recipe coming up. Hmm, pecan-less. Doesn’t that sound interesting? Could this be a thing, like no bake? Or, uh… chocolate-less?
Nah, chocolate-less could not/should not ever be a thing. Right?? Tell me it’s not gonna be a thing!!!
As you can see, I’m quite energized by all of the skillet-roasted maple cinnamon pecans I ate earlier this morning, yesterday, and in fact… as we speak. Well, it’s a good thing we’re not really speaking in person, because I’d so be unattractively talking and shooting pecan bits at you.
But then I’d offer you some of my pecans and then we’d both be talking and shooting pecan bits at each other.
So, actually, we’d totally be okay. Plus, we would have bonded through the obvious fact that we were very comfortable with each other. And then we’d go on to be lifelong friends who’d obviously know that we could let it all hang loose with each other. Or something. Erm, moving on…
Now that I’ve generously bestowed that fast-forwarded friendship bonding moment with you, it might be time to actually talk pecans. Or maple. Or cinnamon. Or all of the above? How about a skillet or two?
There’s just something about the scents of fall and the beckoning winter that gets me reaching for All Things Cozy. You walk outside and the air is so crisp you can almost reach out and hear it crinkle in your fingertips. You go the mall and all of those food-scented candles are floating the most delicious aromas in the air.
As you walk by lovely bakeries in the morning, you can smell it: fresh-baked pumpkin pie, warm cinnamon rolls, freshly-dipped caramel apples and so much perfectly moist, perfectly delicious pumpkin bread.
One of my favorite fall scent combos is maple and cinnamon. There’s just something about that combo that sets my senses into high bliss mode. It’s just so divinely warm, sweet, spicy and cozy. When I smell maple and cinnamon together, all I want to do is cuddle up in a huge, thick sweater blanket (yep, sweater blanket), place myself right in front of a crackling fire and endlessly snack on these skillet-roasted maple cinnamon pecans. With a steaming cup of cinnamon tea, too. Of course.
When I started thinking up this recipe, I really wanted to capture that cozy, peaceful feeling. So I started with my maple sesame almonds—one of the most popular recipes on the blog—and switched it up, fall-style.
I had a few thoughts/edits that I wanted to improve upon from that recipe. With these pecans, I really wanted the coating to stretch and blanket every little nook. So, I dialed the coconut oil down a bit. I dropped the sesame seeds because they honestly can’t be the star of every show. Ego-checks are always healthy, right? 😉 Then, I made a few adjustments to the technique to achieve a better roast on the stove-top.
The final product is what you see here, my friend. When you whip up a batch, I truly hope that taking a bite makes you feel all kinds of loved. What could be better than that? Perhaps gift-giving, so someone you care about also feels loved? <3 And, in case you’re in the mood for some more roasting and fall coziness, check out this roasted acorn squash with pomegranate and pistachios. 🙂
I’m planning on making a double or a triple batch of these skillet-roasted maple cinnamon pecans and handing them out for Christmas. Do you like giving candied nuts out as a gift during the holidays? Every holiday season, it seems like nut gifting containers get more and more elaborate. I’m gonna try finding/making something saucy and super fun to store these in this year.
But before our minds really start wandering about all the gift-boxing possibilities, let me tell you about these truly incredible nutty treats. My skillet-roasted maple cinnamon pecans are:
- made with just 6 ingredients
- lightly sweet, perfectly crunchy
- skillet-roasted to perfection
- vegan, paleo
- gently spiced with ground cinnamon
- deliciously coated in coconut sugar and maple syrup
- gluten free, dairy-free
- warm, cozy and inviting
- perfect for gift-giving
- seriously satisfying snacks
Try your hand at creating homemade skillet-roasted maple cinnamon pecans. The simple and easy process is so satisfying and rewarding. Just in case you’re looking for more delicious vegan gluten free holiday recipes, try these: oven-roasted paleo candied pecans (if you prefer using the oven rather than a skillet), two of my favorite breakfast treats: gluten free maple pecan pumpkin muffins & gingerbread oatmeal homemade breakfast bars, and the crispiest paleo apple pecan coconut crisp you’ve ever had! 🙂
I’m so happy to get ready for the holidays with you. Let me know what you think of this recipe, and if there’s something special you’d like me to create this season. In the mean time, tell me:
What’s your favorite food gift idea for the holidays?
I can’t wait to hear what you think. Sending you all my love and maybe even a dove, xo Demeter ❤️
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Skillet-Roasted Maple Cinnamon Pecans (Vegan, Paleo, Gluten Free, Dairy Free)
- Yield: about 2 1/2 cups 1x
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Skillet-Roasted Maple Cinnamon Pecans (V, GF, Paleo): a 6-ingredient recipe for warm, cozy skillet-roasted pecans glazed with coconut sugar and cinnamon. Paleo, Vegan, Gluten Free, Dairy-Free.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons coconut sugar
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 2 teaspoons coconut oil
- 2 cups unsalted pecan halves
Instructions
- Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or greased foil. Set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together coconut sugar, maple syrup, cinnamon and salt.
- In a large, nonstick skillet over medium-low heat, add coconut oil and sugar mixture. Stir until melted and smooth.
- Add pecans and increase heat to medium, stirring until pecans are thoroughly coated. Switch to stirring occasionally, allowing pecans to soak in the sugar mixture. Watch the pecans closely, being careful not to burn them. Stir until the sugar mixture is almost completely soaked up and the pecans are sticky like taffy. This will take about 3-5 minutes.
- Pour pecans onto the prepared baking sheet, creating an even layer. Set baking sheet on a cooling rack. Allow to cool for 1 hour, or until completely cool. Enjoy! Storing instructions below.
Notes
– Adapted from my Maple Sesame Almonds.
– Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 month.
– More pecan recipes (all v, gf, df): double chocolate pecan brownies, pecan pie bites (paleo), no bake chocolate pecan bars (paleo).
– Great gift idea recipes (all v, gf, df): chocolate chip cookie dough truffles, double chocolate chip cookies, paleo almond joy, peanut butter cups.
- Category: Snacks, Paleo, Vegan, Gluten Free, Dairy-Free
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Patty says
January 17, 2019 at 4:28 pmI came across your recipe on Pinterest and just finished making them. I used half cashews and pecans and they came out great. Over the years I’ve tried many different recipes for candied nuts and yours is the best! I love that you use coconut oil and sugar, which I always have on hand. Thank you for a great recipe, this will be my go to recipe from now on for candied nuts.
Demeter | Beaming Baker says
January 18, 2019 at 12:00 pmWoohoo! So happy to hear your enjoyed them Patty! . Love the combo of cashews and pecans—two of m faves! . Thank you for taking the time to stop by and share the results with me!
Debi says
May 26, 2018 at 8:28 pmHi,
This looks really good and I was wondering what I can use in place of coconut oil. I’m allergic to coconuts. I really want to try this. Please let me know something. Also how many carbs do they have. I’m on a low carb lifestyle.
Demeter | Beaming Baker says
May 29, 2018 at 7:19 pmHi Debi! You might try your favorite cooking oil. Keep in mind that your choice of oil will affect the flavor and texture of the nuts. Enjoy!
Jordan says
January 3, 2018 at 5:29 pmLoved these! Followed someone else’s commented variation and added a little vanilla. So good and so easy!
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Demeter | Beaming Baker says
January 4, 2018 at 12:53 pmOh yummy! So happy to hear that you enjoyed these, Jordan. 🙂
Demeter | Beaming Baker says
November 20, 2017 at 1:54 pmHi LR, thank you! The coconut oil is derived from a coconut tree–so totally plant-based. 😉 Can’t wait to hear what you think!
Dana says
February 16, 2017 at 3:55 pmWOW! These are amazing! And EASY! Thanks so much!
Demeter | Beaming Baker says
February 17, 2017 at 8:26 amI’m so happy you enjoyed them, Dana! 🙂
Yolanda Charles says
December 26, 2016 at 8:27 pmHey, thanks for this. I made a few variations I wanted to share with you. I added a little vanilla, fresh ground cinnamon, didn’t have coconut sugar so I used a half packet of Truvia. So yumm-didli-mmmm!
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Demeter | Beaming Baker says
December 27, 2016 at 11:43 amMy pleasure, Yolanda! 🙂 I’m so happy that you enjoyed this. What a fantastic idea to add vanilla, ground cinnamon and Truvia. 🙂 I can just imagine how wonderful your home smelled when you were making these. Thanks for taking the time to let me know about your variations. 🙂
Joyce @ The Hungry Caterpillar says
November 17, 2016 at 4:37 pmI love candied nuts. These look so good! I like the idea of giving candied nuts out for the holidays. A) around Christmas, you can get tired of baked goods and B) they’re a good option for people with gluten or dairy intolerance (although, of course, nut allergies are also a thing.)
As for me, I am in no hurry to see pecanless recipes. Pecans ftw!
Demeter | Beaming Baker says
November 17, 2016 at 5:16 pmThere’s just something about the holidays that make candied nuts totally necessary. 😉 Agreed with both points! Sometimes you just need a break from the oven, and you’ve got friends with diet restrictions. 🙂 Thanks so much, Joyce! 🙂
Megan - The Emotional Baker says
November 16, 2016 at 6:56 amI agree – maple and cinnamon is one of the best combos! The candied pecans I usually make have neither – what?!? Can’t wait to give this version a try 🙂
Demeter | Beaming Baker says
November 16, 2016 at 4:13 pmThe combo is SO delicious! Be sure to let me know how you like it! 🙂 Thanks so much, Megan. 😉
rachel @ athletic avocado says
November 15, 2016 at 5:21 pmThese could not sound easier-to-make or more perfect to eat!! I wanna snag a handful right now just looking at them 🙂
Demeter | Beaming Baker says
November 16, 2016 at 4:13 pmWoot woot! Just a handful might not do… 😉 Better have the entire batch! 🙂 Thanks Rachel.
karrie @ Tasty Ever After says
November 15, 2016 at 3:48 pmI’m so far behind on visiting your site and recipes Demeter! My bad 😉 Here’s the deal in my household: I LOVE pecans and the hubby doesn’t. The good news is all the pecans are for me! Can’t wait to try these 🙂
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Demeter | Beaming Baker says
November 16, 2016 at 4:10 pmHaha. No biggie! All for you sounds awesome! 🙂 Hope you love it, Karrie!
Celeste | The Whole Serving says
November 15, 2016 at 1:22 pmI could eat these all day. Growing up in Georgia we had a big pecan tree in our yard and back then I took them for granted. Now that I can’t just get them when I want I am starting to realize how lucky we were to have a tree in our yard. This recipe will be on my gift giving list this year. Thanks
Demeter | Beaming Baker says
November 16, 2016 at 4:10 pmWoah, that must have been awesome!!! I can only imagine how wonderful it was… Ya never know til it’s gone, right? Lol. Hope you and your family enjoy this, Celeste! 🙂
Marina @ A Dancer's Live-It says
November 14, 2016 at 9:43 pmIs it possible to become an addict from pecans like these? 😉 Pecan-less should NEVER be a thing, nor should chocolate-less. My sympathy goes out to two friends of mine who will never be able to experience the glory of chocolate or pecans because they’re allergic. I can’t even think about that! Another amazing recipe as always, Demeter!! 🙂
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Demeter | Beaming Baker says
November 16, 2016 at 4:09 pmHaha… maybe? In the tastiest way possible. 😉 Right?? If they ever become a thing, I’ll just cover my ears. Aw, your poor friends… that totally stinks! Thanks so much, Marina! 🙂
Natalie | Feasting on Fruit says
November 14, 2016 at 4:38 pmAs long as they are skillet-roasted maple cinnamon pecans you can shoot them at me all you want, I’ll just open wide and catch as many of those delicious flying nutty beauties as I can!!. I can’t imagine a better way to start off a friendship really, certainly beats small talk. The coziness factor is just going up and up and up around here. Not only do you have all the toasty nutty spiced flavors (and scents I’m sure!) but these are gift-perfect too! Is Casa de Demeter slowly turning into that candy shop?? While it would be quite a struggle to part with these sticky sweet little guys, they would look so very adorable in gift bags tied up with with a bow. Okay I need to stop imagining now before I started singing Christmas carols. Also skillet = an extra 2000 coolness points. xo
Demeter | Beaming Baker says
November 14, 2016 at 5:44 pmOh my! You know this is why we’re besties: we can be weird and supportive of each other. And giggle. A LOT. 😉 Lolol on the small talk. Casa de Demeter totally has to become a candy shop soon. It only makes sense! Lol. Thank you for the gift-packaging suggestions. 🙂 Sing those Christmas carols loud and proud! Collecting mah points and totally smiling. xo
Stephanie | The Foodie and The Fix says
November 14, 2016 at 3:59 pmAs it happens I would LOVE getting these as a Christmas gift wink, nudge, wink, wink, nudge. And I hope you know that our friendship is such that shooting pecan bits at each other is hardly worth mentioning and basically a given because it’s so completely fine. Btw, I have one of those awesome robot vacuums, so we can totally sick him on those floor-bound pecan pieces. Boom. I’m honestly trying not to lick my screen at this point, holy gravy do these pecans look delicious and these photos are freaking gorgeous! Pinning! Bog hogs, D!
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Demeter | Beaming Baker says
November 14, 2016 at 5:33 pmHehe. A wink, a nudge, a flare in the sky… I may or may not get the hint here. 😉 Lolol. Okay, now I know that I can TRULY count on you–with my shooting pecan bits and all. 😉 You bring the vacuum, I’ll bring the double batch of pecans. We’re about to get bonded, my friend! 😉 Thanks so much, Steph. Bog hogs! xoxo
Marsha | Marsha's Baking Addiction says
November 14, 2016 at 3:41 pmNow these I could snack on all day, they look absolutely delicious! So crunchy and full of autumn flavours! Thanks for giving me another reason to snack 😉 xo
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Demeter | Beaming Baker says
November 14, 2016 at 5:24 pmYep, you totally could! 😉 I love how you described these– “full of autumn flavors.” 🙂 I’ve got plenty of reason and I’m gonna keep ’em coming. 😉 Thanks Marsha. 🙂
Nicoletta @sugarlovespices says
November 14, 2016 at 12:38 pmThere is no such thing as chocolate-less! I don’t trust the ones who do not like chocolate 😉 ! Anyway, when I’m not eating chocolate :-), I like to munch on nuts, any kind, I just love them. This roasted pecans are super delicious, and will definitely grace our table this year! My favorite food gift idea is cookies. This coming second 🙂 .
Demeter | Beaming Baker says
November 14, 2016 at 5:19 pmBahaha. Yep, those people always seem sooo suspicious… I kid! 😉 I’m so happy that you’re planning on making this recipe. I can’t wait to hear what you think of it. 🙂 Cookies: YES. I completely agree! Thanks so much for stopping by, my friend. 🙂
Karen @ Seasonal Cravings says
November 14, 2016 at 11:09 amLove roasted pecans and they can be used in so many ways this time of year! I love adding these to salads.
Demeter | Beaming Baker says
November 14, 2016 at 5:13 pmSeriously! You know I can’t resist creating another pecan recipe. 😉 I’ve totally got to sprinkle these onto a salad now. Thanks Karen! 🙂
Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says
November 14, 2016 at 10:42 amListen up, Bestie. Chocolate-less will never be a thing… and this is coming from a chic with a cocoa allergy, so you know I mean business! 😉 I mean, cocoa-less may be a thing… but chocolate-less. NO. I know you are picking up what I’m putting down, because we already have that fast-forwarded, closer than close, let’s talk spit ALL the food at each other, friendship. <3 Annnnyways, roasted nuts are a MUST during the holidays. And these pecans looks all sorts of pretty and perfect! LOVE that you skillet roasted them!!! Serving these in a mini skillet on the table would be just the cutest thing on planet earth!!! I am loving the coconut sugar, cinnamon and maple combo going on here! Feel free to send me a bag of these as my Christmas gift.. mmmm'kay? Lol. Pinned!! Cheers, my little chocolate covered pecan! xo
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Demeter | Beaming Baker says
November 14, 2016 at 5:12 pmLolol. May it seriously NEVER be a thing! 😉 I SO know you mean business! When we meet up, we shall have spitting on each other as the first item on our to do list. Haha. <3 Oh my gosh, now I NEED a mini skillet! I have you on my list to send these goodies to! Big cheers back to you, my chocolate cherry cupcake. xo
Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says
November 14, 2016 at 10:35 amI can just imagine the glorious smell these emit throughout the house!
Demeter | Beaming Baker says
November 14, 2016 at 5:05 pmYou know it! The second the sugar mixture started bubbling… it was instant bliss. 🙂
Dawn @ Girl Heart Food says
November 14, 2016 at 9:45 amI make spiced mixed nuts every year at Christmas and eat them all through the holiday. I don’t know why I want until then to make them ’cause they are so good. And yours? Looks amazing! I’m a sucker for anything in a skillet so ya know I’m lovin’ these. These would be perfect for gifting too! Pinned, of course. Hope you have a great week! xoxo
Demeter | Beaming Baker says
November 14, 2016 at 5:02 pmOh wow… I can totally just imagine how amazing your spiced mixed nuts are, Dawn! Skillet-recipes, ftw! I’m totally gifting these this year, for sure! Thank you for pinning, D. Hope you have an awesome week! xoxo
Shashi at RunninSrilankan says
November 14, 2016 at 8:54 amI have some catching up to do on your site but wow Demeter, how incredibly generous of you to offer ME some of your decadently delicious maple cinnamon pecans! I know I couldn’t have read that wrong – could I? Totally made my Monday as I luuuuuurve getting candied nuts for Christmas – mkay?1 😉 In return, I’ll send you a baggie of assorted GF cookies and all this cold weather (anything below 60 makes my nose hairs crinkle – GAH)!
Happy Monday to ya – here’s hoping this week is fantabulous!
Demeter | Beaming Baker says
November 14, 2016 at 4:56 pmHaha. You SO did not read that wrong! Come on over for a nice, big batch of these treats. 🙂 Candied nuts are the BEST for the holidays! Okay wow, now I shall eagerly await my bag of GF cookies! Happy Monday my friend. 🙂
Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says
November 14, 2016 at 8:42 amYay for roasted maple cinnamon pecans! I’m all about pecans on their own, so this is just calling my name! Such a great idea to make these in the skillet. I’ve made a similar version, but in the oven. I’ve GOT to try this. I think I would be hooked on this easy snack. Pinned, of course! Hope your week is off to a great start!
Demeter | Beaming Baker says
November 14, 2016 at 4:50 pmWoohoo!! I thought you’d like this one! 🙂 Maple, pecans, cinnamon, where could you go wrong? 🙂 I can’t wait to check yours out! Happy Monday, G! 🙂
STEPHANIE says
November 6, 2017 at 8:55 pmno experience with coconut sugar, but some family allergic to coconut, what substitute could be made?
thanks
Demeter | Beaming Baker says
November 9, 2017 at 7:24 amHi Stephanie, you can use brown sugar instead. 🙂 Enjoy!
Carol Ann Brusven says
November 7, 2017 at 3:21 pmI was so excited to see this come up on my Facebook newsfeed. I LOVE pecans, maple and cinnamon!!! I even reposted it and sent it to my daughters. Then I finally read down far enough to see the ingredients. Imagine my dismay, as a person with coconut allergies, to find that two of the six ingredients were coconut sugar and coconut oil! Is there an easy substitution for these items? I am not much of an experimenter.
Demeter | Beaming Baker says
November 9, 2017 at 7:30 amHi Carol, try these substitutions: brown sugar instead of coconut sugar, and vegan butter for the coconut oil. I hope you and your daughters get to try this and just love it. 🙂