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  • Why You’ll Love This Keto Glazed Pecans Recipe
  • Sugar Free Candied Pecans Ingredients
  • How To Make Keto Candied Pecans
  • Frequently Asked Questions
  • Flavor Variations
  • Storage Instructions
  • More Keto Brown Sugar Recipes
  • Tools To Make Keto Candied Nuts
  • Keto Candied Pecans Recipe

You’ll love these sweet and crunchy keto candied pecans! These sugar free candied pecans have a cinnamon Besti Brown glaze and are a sweet snack all on their own or chopped up and put over salads or keto ice cream or in keto fat bombs for the ultimate snack.

Make these keto glazed pecans for a tasty holiday gift… you certainly don’t have to be low carb to enjoy these keto candied nuts! This treat is packed with protein, monounsaturated fat, and iron. Without the sugar, you can feel really good about eating them!

Nuts on keto are a great way to enjoy some healthy fats, protein, and fiber, while being low in carbs and there is no shortage of nut recipes on Wholesome Yum. Try out my keto white chocolate macadamia nut cookies, keto chocolate fat bombs, keto trail mix, or keto granola bars next.

Why You’ll Love This Keto Glazed Pecans Recipe

  • Sweet and cozy flavor
  • Crunchy and crisp texture
  • Easy to make in the slow cooker
  • Only 5 minutes to prep
  • Just 1.3 grams net carbs per serving
  • Great for gifting and holidays!
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Sugar Free Candied Pecans Ingredients

This section explains how to choose the best ingredients for keto friendly glazed pecans, what each one does in the recipe, and substitution options. For measurements, see the recipe card below.

  • Pecans – Use whole pecans. Because we’re cooking them, you can buy raw or roasted but be sure to buy unsalted.
  • Egg white – Either from fresh eggs or from a carton.
  • Vanilla extract
  • Besti Brown Monk Fruit Allulose Blend – Unlike other brands that either have an aftertaste, are dry, or lack brown sugar flavor, this monk fruit sweetener has all the flavor and moisture of regular brown sugar, without the carbs and sugar.
  • Cinnamon
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How To Make Keto Candied Pecans

This section shows how to make low carb candied nuts with step-by-step photos and details about the technique, to help you visualize it. For full instructions, including amounts and temperatures, see the recipe card below.

  • Prep slow cooker. Grease the slow cooker with butter and place pecans into the bottom of slow cooker.
  • Coat pecans. In a small bowl, whisk together egg whites and vanilla until foamy. Pour the mixture over nuts and toss to coat.
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  • Season pecans. In a medium bowl, combine Besti Brown and cinnamon. Pour over pecans and stir to coat.
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  • Slow cook. Cook on low, stirring every 20 minutes. In the last 20 minutes, stir in water.
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  • Cool. Arrange nuts in a single layer on parchment paper to cool.

TIP: To make extra crispy keto cinnamon glazed pecans, roast on a baking sheet in a 400 degree F oven for 4-7 minutes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I eat pecans on keto?

Wondering if pecans are keto? Yes, pecans are one of the most keto friendly nuts out there. Per serving (1 ounce), pecans have just 3.9 grams total carbs. You can find my full breakdown on keto nuts here.

Are candied pecans keto?

Regular candied pecans are not keto friendly, as they are made with sugar. These keto sweet pecans are low carb and keto, though, thanks to Besti Brown sweetener.

How many calories in sugar free candied pecans?

The full nutrition stats can be found below the recipe card, but each serving (1/4 cup) has 175 calories.

Can I use a different sweetener?

These low carb candied pecans are best made with Besti Monk Fruit Allulose Blend, my brown sugar substitute. You can use other alternatives to sugar, but the flavor won’t be the same. It has a very similar taste and consistency, but it’s sugar-free, gluten-free, and low carb. It’s also a natural product, which is important to me when choosing a sugar replacement. I’m happy to report that it worked out perfectly in this sugar-free candied pecans recipe.

Flavor Variations

  • Pumpkin Spice – Add a tablespoon of pumpkin spice mix.
  • Spicy – Add cayenne pepper or chili powder to taste.
  • Bacon – Add some crumbled cooked bacon.
  • Vanilla – Omit the cinnamon and double the vanilla extract, or add some vanilla bean seeds.
  • Coffee – Add a tablespoon of espresso powder.
  • Orange – Add a tablespoon of orange zest and swap the vanilla with orange extract.
  • Other Candied Nuts – Swap the pecans for your favorite keto nuts, such as almonds or walnuts.

Storage Instructions

  • Store: Store the nuts in an airtight container at room temperature for 1 week, or in the refrigerator for 2 weeks.
  • Freeze: Freeze the keto glazed pecans in the freezer for 2-3 months.

More Keto Brown Sugar Recipes

If you love this keto glazed pecans recipe, you might also like these other recipes made with keto brown sugar:

  • Keto Butternut Squash Ravioli
  • Bacon Wrapped Green Bean Bundles
  • Keto Coffee Cake
  • Keto Cinnamon Rolls
  • Besti Brown Monk Fruit Allulose Blend – The key to the classic brown sugar flavor in your keto candied pecans!
  • Slow Cooker– If you don’t already have a slow cooker that you love, you should try this one. I use this one all the time and it would be perfect for these sugar-free candied pecans.
  • Glass Jars– Divide the keto candied nuts recipe into these jars and tie with ribbon for gifting.

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Keto Candied Pecans Recipe

Learn how to make keto candied pecans in a slow cooker! This sugar-free candied pecans recipe makes the best keto candied nuts, with just 5 ingredients.

Prep: 5 minutes

Cook: 3 hours

Total: 3 hours 5 minutes

Author: Maya Krampf from WholesomeYum.com

Servings: 16 (adjust to scale recipe)

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  1. Grease a 4 quart (4 L) slow cooker and place the pecans inside.

  2. In a small bowl, whisk together egg white and vanilla extract until it's foamy. Pour the mixture over the nuts and stir to coat all the nuts.

  3. In a medium bowl, combine Besti Brown and cinnamon. Evenly pour the mixture over the pecans and stir to coat all the nuts again.

  4. Cook on low for 3 hours, stirring at 20 minute intervals. In the last 20 minutes, stir in the water.

  5. When done cooking, arrange the nuts in a single layer on parchment paper to cool. If there are any clusters stuck together, you can break them apart after cooling. Store in an airtight container.

  6. Optional step: To make the nuts extra crispy, plus add a toasted aroma and taste, place them in a preheated oven at 400 degrees F (204 degrees C) for 4-7 minutes.

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Recipe Notes

Serving size:1/4 cup

Nutrition Facts

Amount per serving. Serving size in recipe notes above.

Calories175

Fat17.8g

Protein2.5g

Total Carbs4.1g

Net Carbs1.3g

Fiber2.8g

Sugar1.1g

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Course:Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine:American

Keywords:candied, dairy-free, gluten-free, keto, low carb, paleo, pecan, sugar-free, vegetarian

Calories: 175 kcal

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FAQs

How many pecans a day on keto? ›

With carb restriction of about 20-50g per day, adding pecans to your keto diet is a good idea, since you'll get 1g of net carbs if you eat about 19 halves of pecan nuts. The nuts also have about 70% fats, which is an excellent addition in achieving ketosis.

Why are my candied pecans soggy? ›

Why are my candied pecans soft and sticky? If your pecans are soft, it's most likely because they weren't baked long enough and are still retaining moisture. The sugar needs to bake long enough to caramelize and form a brittle coating on the nuts.

Do candied pecans have carbs? ›

There are 160 calories in a 1 ounce (28.000g) serving size of Candied Pecans. The calorie breakdown is 79% fat, 23% carbs, and 5% protein.

How do you keep candied pecans from sticking together? ›

Stir them every 10 minutes or so to avoid them clumping together, or you can just break them apart with a spatula or your hands later. Store in an airtight container for up to a week.

What is the best nut to eat on keto? ›

Here are ten of the best nuts to indulge in on a keto diet:
  • Pecans. Pecans contain the least amount of carbs out of all nuts, with only one ounce of pecans containing just one gram of net carbs. ...
  • Brazil Nuts. ...
  • Macadamia Nuts. ...
  • Walnuts. ...
  • Hazelnuts. ...
  • Peanuts. ...
  • Pine Nuts. ...
  • Almonds.
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What is the lowest carb nut? ›

You may not have seen much of brazil nuts in baking, but it has a rich, creamy flavour. As you may have noticed, brazil nuts are the lowest carb nut and rich in selenium. We love adding brazil nuts into our Keto Granola.

How to make candied pecans less sticky? ›

Salt: 1/2 teaspoon of fine sea salt makes these taste salty-sweet. If you'd prefer to not taste the salt, reduce to 1/4 teaspoon of salt. Pecans too sticky: If your nuts are still sticky after cooling, heat your oven to 325° F and bake for 5 to 10 minutes to help harden the candy coating.

How long do candied pecans stay good for? ›

How long will candied pecans keep? They will keep for up to two weeks in an airtight container at room temperature, at least three weeks in the refrigerator, or up to two months in the freezer. No matter where you store them, keep in a tightly sealed, airtight container.

How do you get the rancid taste out of pecans? ›

Instructions:
  1. If your nuts have not been shelled, make sure to deshell them.
  2. Pick the nuts carefully, removing any nuts that appear shriveled, mouldy or have sour or rancid smells.
  3. Preheat the oven to 350 F or 177 C.
  4. Spread the nuts out on a baking tray lined with baking paper. ...
  5. Bake the nuts for 10 minutes.
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Can diabetics eat candied pecans? ›

Since nuts are low on the glycemic index, pecans can slow the body's absorption of carbohydrates down, which ultimately leads to lower blood glucose (sugar) levels; just ensure you're using unsalted, dry-roasted pecans and not candied pecans that can be high in sugar and added fat.

Are pecans a good keto snack? ›

The Best low-carb nut

So, while other nuts are high in fatandcarbs, pecans are a smart choice when you're on the keto diet because of their generous healthy fat and protein content.

How many calories are in 10 candied pecans? ›

Other common serving sizes
Serving SizeCalories
1 10 sugared pecan halves67
1 oz159
1 cup442
100 g560
Aug 21, 2007

Why are my candied pecans grainy? ›

Either you used raw nuts, or you added them before the sugar had a chance to fully caramelize. Why is the sugar all crystallized and grainy looking? It means that the sugar has crystallized before caramelizing.

Why do you boil pecans before cracking? ›

Boiling pecans before cracking them can actually help prevent the shell from shattering.

Why do you soak pecans before roasting? ›

Wet pecans allow the salt to stick easily to the nuts. Plus, soaking nuts helps neutralize enzyme inhibitors, which can harm your digestion, and reduce phytates, which decrease nutrient absorption. Just submerge your nuts in water while the oven is heating up and you'll be good to go.

How many pecans should you eat a day? ›

Like many other nuts, pecans contain a high percentage of fat and can lead to diarrhea if too many are eaten in a short amount of time. Over-consumption may also lead to digestive issues like gas and bloating. Recommendation: One ounce (15-19) pecan halves per day.

How many pecan halves in 100 calories? ›

What 100 Calories of Nuts Looks Like
Type of Nut100 calories1-ounce serving
Pistachios29 nuts49 nuts
Hazelnuts10–11 nuts21 nuts
Pecans10–11 halves19 halves
Macadamia Nuts5–6 nuts10–12 nuts
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How many carbs in a handful of pecans? ›

In fact, a handful of pecans (one ounce of pecans) contains only 4 grams of carbohydrates! That means that nutrient-dense pecans can add flavor, nutrition and disease-fighting properties to any diet that limits carbs.

How many net carbs are in 1 pecan? ›

Popular Serving Sizes of Pecans
Net Carbs(g)Total Carbs(g)
1 Pecan Nut0.090.39
1 oz (20 halves)1.233.93
1/4 cup halves1.143.74
1/4 cup chopped1.224.12
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