Description
A cozy autumn-inspired recipe featuring sweet and savory air-fried pecans, perfect for snacking or holiday baking.
Ingredients
- 1 cup pecan halves
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil (or ghee)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- A pinch of sea salt
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- A pinch of sea salt and black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Start by preheating your air fryer to 300°F (150°C).
- Mix Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the pecan halves, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, cinnamon, and a pinch of sea salt.
- Air Fry: Place the pecan mixture in the air fryer basket and cook for 8-10 minutes, shaking halfway through.
- Cool: Transfer the pecans to a parchment-lined baking sheet to cool.
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Keep the air fryer at 300°F (150°C) for the savory version.
- Combine Ingredients: In another bowl, mix the pecan halves with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper.
- Air Fry: Spread the savory mixture in the air fryer basket and cook for 8-10 minutes, shaking halfway through.
- Cool: Let the savory pecans cool on a baking sheet.
Notes
Watch the pecans closely while air frying, and consider cooking in batches for even cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American