Candied Sugar Pecans

A festive snack for your holiday get-togethers can double as a DIY gift for the holidays – courtesy of Sally’s Baking Addiction

6 cups pecan halves
2 egg whites
2 Tbsp water
2 cups sugar
2 ½ tsp cinnamon
2 tsp salt
Cooking spray

1. Preheat oven to 300F. Line two large baking sheets with parchment and spray with non-stick cooking spray or use silicone baking mat.
2. Pour pecans into a large bowl. Set aside.
3. Using an electric mixer that is very clean and preferably cold, beat the egg whites and water on medium-high speed until stiff peaks form, about 4-5 minutes. NOTE: Your equipment must be clean and free of any egg yolk or they will not beat to stiff peaks. Rub beaters and bowl with lemon juice or vinegar and rinse/dry.
4. Add the sugar, cinnamon, and salt to the egg whites and gently fold until combined. Pour this mixture over the nuts and stir to coat completely.
5. Spread nuts over baking sheet and bake 45 minutes, stirring every 15 min. Allow to cool completely on the baking sheet. Store at room temperature covered up to 2 weeks.