Cinnamon Pecans and Almonds Recipe

Cinnamon Pecans and Almonds Recipe

Recipe courtesy of George Stella

Level: Easy

Yield: 6 servings

Nutritional Analysis Per Serving: 167 calories; Total Fat 16 g; Saturated Fat 3 g; Carbohydrates 4 g; Dietary Fiber 2 g

Total: 7 min Prep: 5 min Cook: 2 min

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1/2 cup pecan halves
• 1/2 cup raw sliced almonds
• 1/4 cup sugar substitute (recommended: Splenda)
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

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This simple and delightful Cinnamon Pecans and Almonds recipe delivers a crunchy, cinnamonkissed snack you can make in under 10 minutes. With just a few pantry staples, this easy stovetop method yields crisp, lightly candied nuts that work as a snack, gift, or salad topper. The low-carb approach uses a sugar substitute so each serving is only 167 calories and about 4 grams of carbohydrates.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

• Fast and fussfree ready in minutes on the stovetop, no oven required.
• Versatile serve warm for a cozy treat or cooled and stored for snacking.
• Keto and glutenfree friendly when using an appropriate sugar substitute.

Step-by-Step Instructions

• Melt the butter: Heat 2 tablespoons unsalted butter in a heavy skillet over mediumhigh until melted and bubbling slightly.
• Add the ingredients: Add 1/2 cup pecan halves, 1/2 cup raw sliced almonds, 1/4 cup sugar substitute, and 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; stir gently to coat.
• Saut until crispy: Cook about 2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the nuts are fragrant and the sweetener clings and lightly caramelizes. Watch carefully to avoid burning.
• Serve: Remove from heat and enjoy warm, or cool for a firmer crunch. Great with cheese boards, salads, or yogurt.

Total time: 7 minutes (5 minutes prep, 2 minutes cook). Yield: 6 servings.

Tips for Perfect Results

• Gentle stirring: Use a wooden spoon or spatula to avoid breaking the sliced almonds.
• Heavy skillet: Cast iron or thickbottomed pans help prevent hot spots.
• Sugar substitute swap: Erythritol or monk fruit are good alternatives for ketofriendly options.
• Scaling up: Double the recipe for gifts and store in jars for easy gifting.
• Variations: Add a pinch of nutmeg or a light sprinkle of salt to enhance flavor.
• Storage: Keep in an airtight container at room temperature up to 7 days, or freeze for longer storage.

Nutritional Highlights

Per serving: 167 calories; 16 g total fat (3 g saturated); 4 g carbohydrates; 2 g dietary fiber. Packed with healthy fats from pecans and almonds and warmed by cinnamon.

Categories: Keto Recipes, Snack Recipes, Quick & Easy Recipes, GlutenFree Recipes