By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on June 14, 2026
Serves 6
465 cal · 55 min
Cajun Pecans
Recipe GLPR941f09545b53ec
A savory-sweet roasted nut snack seasoned with warm Cajun spices. Pecans are tossed in a light egg white coating with sugar and spicy seasoning, then slowly roasted until fragrant and lightly caramelized. Perfect for snacking or serving at gatherings, these candied pecans deliver a delicious balance of sweetness and bold Cajun flavor.
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Ingredients
Vegetable oil for preparing the baking sheet
1 large egg white
3 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
2 cups pecan halves
Directions
Preheat your oven to 250°F. Lightly brush or wipe vegetable oil over a rimmed baking sheet to prevent sticking.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the egg white, sugar, and Cajun seasoning. Continue whisking until the mixture is well combined and develops a light, foamy texture.
Add the pecan halves to the egg white mixture and toss thoroughly until every piece is evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
Spread the coated pecans in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 45 minutes, stirring the nuts every 15 minutes to ensure even roasting and prevent burning.
The pecans are ready when they become fragrant and appear slightly darker in color, though they should still feel a bit moist to the touch. They will continue to crisp and harden as they cool.
Remove from the oven and allow the pecans to cool completely on the baking sheet. Once fully cooled, transfer to an airtight container where they will keep fresh for up to 5 days.
Comments
This is a straightforward roasted-nut recipe with five common ingredients all stocked at any Charlotte grocer—no special trips required. A pound of pecans runs about $8–10 at Walmart or ALDI, making the per-serving cost roughly $1.30–1.65, which is reasonable for a snack or appetizer. The stated time is honest: five minutes hands-on prep and fifty minutes in the oven at low heat, no monitoring required, perfect for a weeknight. The main drawback is that these are best eaten fresh the same day, as they lose crispness by day two, though they'll still taste fine; they're also fussy about portion control since they're calorie-dense and easy to overeat.
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