Easy, 5 Minute, Keto Glazed Pecan Recipe (Sugar-Free) (2024)

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The EASIEST and QUICKEST way to toasting and glazing sugar-free pecans is with a skillet, a stove top, and literally ONLY 5 minutes of time! This super easy, 5 minute keto glazed pecan recipe will yield some deliciously sweetened, lightly crunchy pecans that have hints of vanilla, maple, and toasted nuts ! With the help of sugar-free sweeteners, these little pecan treats are actually super healthy for you and SERIOUSLY addicting! Use this is a stand alone recipe to create a perfect treat or snack, or use them to seriously jazz up a salad, baked goods, add to your favorite low carb cookie recipe, or even use them as a topping for some KETO ICE CREAM!!!

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I originally made these delicious 5 minute keto glazed pecans to go atop a keto salad with pears, goat cheese, and a maple balsamic vinaigrette for our annual Friendsgiving Dinner last week! I happened to make too big of a batch of these glazed pecans, which ended up being a blessing and a curse all at once. It was a blessing because the leftover pecans had turned out SOOOO dang good that our whole family was addictively munching on the extras the rest of the weekend; but, it was also a curse, because they were SO GOOD that we couldn’t STOP eating them. The entire additional batch was gone within about 24 hours ????‍♀️!

I have made actually quite a few versions of candied nuts before. All of them fantastically crunchy and extra sweet, thanks to one of two natural sugar-free sweeteners used to replace regular sugar. The only thing was, all my previous versions actually used TOO much sugar-free-sweetener (because “candied“????‍♀️) . Thus, they didn’t fool anyone into thinking they were the real thing, because the amount of sugar-free sweeteners was TOO much.

See, the best sweeteners to use for any sort of sugar-free sweets that you want to actually get CRUNCHY is typically erythritol or monkfruit sweetener. But the issue with using these in a recipe that has a high ratio of sugar-free sweetener to other ingredients, is that you tend to get this very odd “cooling” effect in your mouth from the sweeteners (specifically from a higher volume of it). The effect is actually completely normal, but can certainly be off-putting for someone who isn’t used to sugar-free alternatives!

When I created this version of these 5 minute Keto Glazed Pecans it was meant to go in a salad, where I wanted them lightly sweetened but still crunchy and of course still full of flavor. I didn’t want full on ‘candied’ pecans because it would have been overpowering and it definitely wouldn’t have fooled my carb-indulging friends that would be enjoying this Friendsgiving meal with us! And what I got by reducing the amount of sweetener in this recipe (and increasing the vanilla extract!), was something WONDERFUL and unexpected. The ‘glazed’ (as opposed to full on ‘candied) pecans actually ended up having MORE than enough sweetness to be utterly addictive and delicious, but little enough that you can BARELY even tell there is a cooling effect from any sugar-free sweeteners involved!! Meaning – the sugar-free sweeteners are almost completely undetectable! And what’s even better, is that I actually MUCH prefer the lighter crunch and texture to these ‘glazed’ pecans that that of the harder shelled, crunchier iteration of ‘candied’ pecans!!!! Ding, Ding, Ding ????????????????.

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So, this stand alone recipe was BORN and sharing was DEFINITELY REQUIRED . Not just because I am sharing that AMAZING Keto glazed pecan salad with goat cheese, pear, and maple balsamic vinaigrette on the blog as well , but because this is a killer, stand alone GLAZED pecan recipe!!! And it’s SO easy to make (in under 5 minutes!!). that I will be having a little snacking bowl of these sitting on my dining room table throughout the holiday months (because sweet, glazed nuts should ALWAYS be handy during thanksgiving/christmas time!!!!!!)!

If you’re interested in trying these the keto salad recipe that I mentioned already (which fooled ALL my carb-loving friends!) that uses these glazed pecans then try THIS Keto Glazed Pecan Salad With Goat Cheese, Pears, and Maple Balsamic Vinaigrette RECIPE of mine. I promise you, you will NOT be disappointed with it!!!! Here’s some photos of the salad 🙂

Now, specific to this 5 Minute Keto Glazed Pecan RECIPE. It’s got a SUPER simple and short ingredient list…and I HIGHLY RECOMMEND that you do NOT make substitutions for the two specialty ingredients on the list. Technically, you’re only REQUIRED to use one of the specialty ingredients, but using BOTH is going to yield a truly magical Keto glazed pecan recipe, that includes both vanilla AND HINTS OF MAPLE. If you can avoid skipping the sugar-free maple syrup in it, then definitely keep it in the recipe. However, the recipe is still absolutely delish even without it 😉

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The two brands that I am recommending to NOT substitute in this recipe, are the Lakanto GOLDEN monkfruit sweetener, and the Sugar-Free Choc-Zero Maple Syrup (this is the optional, but recommended one). Thankfully, both can be found via AMAZON, and shipped to your doorstep within 2 days????. You can either click on the pictures above or click on the links in the recipe if you don’t already have these ingredients handy!

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Since this recipe is super simple, I don’t have a long list of tips here like I usually do on most recipes????. The ONLY tip that I have for you is to follow the instructions carefully and to NOT BURN THE PECANS!!!!!! Pecans that are toasted on the stovetop tend to toast QUICKLY, and then once they ARE toasted, then tend BURN even quicker after that. Once your house smells like toasted pecans, THEY’RE DONE and you can move on to adding your glazing ingredients. The glazing ingredients need to be over heat for ONLY 15 seconds!!! You might think that’s not enough time to crisp these up properly, but any more time than that and you’ll burn these little treats (and yes, I know from experience because I have BURNT MINE BEFORE!). And let me tell you….. burnt pecans DO NOT taste anything like TOASTED pecans ????????????????. Ick! So, just keep a careful eye on them, and be ready to take these off heat quickly if they start overbrowning!

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Easy, 5 Minute Keto Glazed Pecans (Sugar-Free) – No Baking Required!

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  • Author: Charisse Thiel
  • Total Time: 4-5 minutes
  • Yield: 8 Servings (1/4 cup each serving) 1x

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All you need to make these super easy keto glazed pecan recipe is a skillet, a stove top, and literally ONLY 5 minutes of time! These sugar-free glazed pecans are deliciously sweetened, and lightly crunchy with hints of vanilla, maple, and toasted nuts that you will be completely addicted to! It’s okay though, there’s no sugar in these, so they’re all HEALTHY!!!

Ingredients

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3 TablespoonsLakanto Golden

1 Tablespoon Hot Water

1/4 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

1/4 teaspoon Salt

1/2 teaspoonChoc-Zero Maple Syrup(OPTIONAL)

2 Cups Pecan Halves

Instructions

1.) Mix all ingredients together,exceptthe pecans, in a small bowl. Whisk together until combined. Set aside.

2.) Place the Pecan halves in a large skillet, over medium/high heat, stirring/flipping them around every 15 seconds or so for 2-3 minutes, or until you start to SMELL toasted pecans (careful not to let any of them get BURNT/blackened though!). As soon as pecans are toasted (remember, you’ll smell toasted pecans!), add in your sweetener/water mixture into the pan and stir to coat each pecan. Cook for ONLY 15 SECONDS! Remove from heat immediately, and dump glazed pecans onto parchment paper to cool (they look wet but will crisp up like candy quickly after this). Spread the pecans out as much, separating each one so that they don’t all stick together as they cool. Let pecans cool ideally for 1-2 hours (they should be crisp enough though within 20 minutes if you’re in a rush!).

3.) Store cooled, glazed pecans in an airtight container at room temperature. 🙂

  • Prep Time: 1
  • Cook Time: 3-4 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 Cup Glazed Pecans
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Almond Flour

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FAQs

How many pecan nuts can I eat 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.

Is pecan good for a keto diet? ›

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 carbs are in sugared pecans? ›

Carbohydrates
Amounts Per Selected Serving%DV
Total Carbohydrate9g3%
Dietary Fiber2g7%
Sugars7g

How many net carbs are in pecans? ›

Pecans have the lowest net carb content of any nut. In fact, one ounce of pecans contains just 1.1 grams of net carbs! This means that you can enjoy pecans as snacks and in some of your favorite pecan recipes all while sticking to a low-carb diet.

Can I eat nuts every day on keto? ›

While nuts are overall great to include on a keto diet, it's important to limit your portions to a serving or two (1–2 oz.) per day. For reference, one ounce of nuts is about the size of a small handful. Avoid nuts that have been treated and flavored with other ingredients, such as sugar and other glazes.

What is the lowest carb nut? ›

As you may have noticed, brazil nuts are the lowest carb nut and rich in selenium.

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.

How many carbs are in sugar free butter pecan? ›

Breyers No Sugar Added Butter Pecan Ice Cream (0.5 cup) contains 13g total carbs, 7g net carbs, 5g fat, 2g protein, and 100 calories.

Which is lower in carbs pecans or almonds? ›

Breaking Down a Nutritional Comparison

Protein – Pecans have about 3 grams per serving, and almonds have 6 grams. Fat – Pecans contain about 20 grams of fat in an ounce, while almonds have 14.2 grams in the same amount. Carbohydrates – Pecans contribute 4 grams of carbs to the diet, compared to 6.1 grams from almonds.

Do pecans raise blood sugar? ›

Pecans have a very low glycemic index, which means that eating them does not cause a spike in blood sugar, even in people with diabetes. Eating pecans can even offset the effects of higher glycemic index foods when eaten as part of the same meal.

What snack food has no carbs? ›

Zero Carb Snacks:
  • Cheese: A savory and satisfying snack, cheese is low in carbs and high in flavor. ...
  • Hard-Boiled Eggs: Packed with protein and virtually carb-free, hard-boiled eggs make for a portable and nutritious snack. ...
  • Pork Rinds: Crispy and carb-free, pork rinds are a savory alternative to traditional snacks.

Which has more carbs pecans or cashews? ›

Cashews have 118% more carbohydrates than pecans. Pecans have 64% more fat than cashews. Pecans have 191% more dietary fiber than cashews. Cashews have 99% more protein than pecans.

How many peanuts can I eat a day keto? ›

How Peanuts Work With Keto. It's not hard to make peanuts fit in with a low-carb, high-fat diet like keto. A ¼ cup of peanuts has about 3g net carbs, 18g of fat, and 207 calories. One serving of peanuts a day will certainly not put you out of ketosis.

How many nuts are in one serving? ›

Recommended daily serving of nuts

As all nuts have a similar nutrient content, a wide variety of nuts can be included as part of a healthy diet. One serving is approximately 30 grams – or 1/3 of a cup (or one handful). This equal to about: 30 almonds.

Do walnuts or pecans have more carbs? ›

Is one healthier?
NutWalnutsPecans
Saturated fat1.7 grams1.8 grams
Carbohydrates3.9 grams3.9 grams
Fiber1.9 grams2.7 grams
Protein4.3 grams2.6 grams
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May 17, 2023

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