Mrs. Lacy’s Easy Glazed Pecans Recipe | Perfect for Christmas & the Holidays! 🎄❤️
Y’all, if you’re looking for a delicious homemade treat to make during the holidays, Faye from Mrs. Lacy’s Magnolia House in Sanford, North Carolina, has the perfect recipe for you!
Today, she’s showing you how to make old-fashioned Southern glazed pecans, and let us tell you, these things are absolutely delicious!
We’re talking crunchy, toasted pecans covered in a sweet cinnamon and vanilla sugar glaze.
And the best part? You only need six simple ingredients!
These glazed pecans are wonderful for Christmas gifts, Thanksgiving gatherings, holiday parties, or just keeping a little something sweet around the house.
And y’all, once you start eating them, it’s hard to stop! 😂
🎥 Watch Faye Make Her Homemade Glazed Pecans!
Want to see exactly how Faye makes these delicious glazed pecans?
She’s showing you how to toast the pecans, prepare the sugar glaze, and coat them perfectly!
❤️ Watch Faye Make Mrs. Lacy’s Glazed Pecans on YouTube
🥜 Mrs. Lacy’s Old-Fashioned Glazed Pecans Recipe
Prep Time: Approximately 10 minutes
Toasting Time: Approximately 15 minutes
Cooking Time: Approximately 10–15 minutes for the glaze
Yield: 4 cups of glazed pecans
Ingredients
- 4 cups pecan halves
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup water
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
That’s it! Six simple ingredients for a wonderful homemade Southern treat!
👩🍳 Easy Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Toast Your Pecans
Preheat your oven to 350°F.
Spread the four cups of pecan halves evenly onto a baking sheet.
Toast them for approximately 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fragrant and lightly toasted.
Keep a close eye on them because pecans can burn quickly!
Remove from the oven and set aside.
Step 2: Make the Cinnamon Sugar Glaze
In a medium saucepan, combine:
- ½ cup water
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Stir everything together until combined.
Step 3: Cook the Glaze to Soft-Ball Stage
Place the saucepan over medium heat.
Cook the sugar mixture, stirring as directed, until it reaches the soft-ball stage, approximately 235°F–240°F on a candy thermometer.
What is the soft-ball stage?
It’s when hot sugar syrup reaches a temperature where a small drop placed into cold water forms a soft, flexible ball.
A candy thermometer makes this step much easier!
Be careful because hot sugar syrup can cause serious burns.
Step 4: Add the Vanilla
Once the glaze reaches the correct temperature, carefully remove the saucepan from the heat.
Stir in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
The mixture may bubble when you add the vanilla, so stir carefully!
Step 5: Coat the Pecans
Immediately add the toasted pecans to the hot sugar glaze.
Stir thoroughly until every pecan is coated.
Work quickly because the glaze will begin to thicken as it cools.
Step 6: Let the Pecans Cool
Spread the glazed pecans onto a sheet of aluminum foil or parchment paper.
Separate any large clumps while they’re still warm, using a heat-safe utensil.
Allow the pecans to cool completely.
Step 7: Enjoy or Package for Gifts!
Once the glazed pecans have cooled, transfer them to an airtight container.
Or package them in decorative bags, jars, or holiday tins for a wonderful homemade Christmas gift!
Y’all, these are so good! ❤️
❤️ Faye’s Tips for Making the Best Glazed Pecans
Toast your pecans first! This brings out their natural flavor and gives them a wonderful crunch.
Use a candy thermometer! Getting your sugar glaze to the correct temperature is important for the finished texture.
Don’t walk away from your glaze! Sugar syrup can change temperature quickly, so keep an eye on it.
Work quickly when adding the pecans! The glaze starts setting as it cools.
Spread them out to cool! This helps prevent the pecans from sticking together in one big clump.
Make extra for gifts! These are wonderful to share with neighbors, teachers, coworkers, friends, and family during the holidays.
🎄 Homemade Glazed Pecans Make Wonderful Christmas Gifts!
If you’re looking for a thoughtful, homemade gift that doesn’t cost a fortune, glazed pecans are a fantastic choice!
Here are a few fun ways to package them:
- Fill small Mason jars and tie them with Christmas ribbon.
- Place them in decorative holiday tins.
- Package them in clear treat bags with festive bows.
- Add them to homemade holiday gift baskets.
- Give them as little thank-you gifts to teachers, neighbors, and coworkers.
You can even attach a handwritten recipe card so your friends can make their own batch!
Sometimes the sweetest gifts are the ones made right in your own kitchen. ❤️
🥗 More Delicious Ways to Enjoy Glazed Pecans
Of course, you can eat these straight out of the container!
But they’re also delicious in all kinds of recipes.
Try them:
- Sprinkled over a fresh spinach salad
- On top of vanilla ice cream
- Added to a holiday cheese board
- Chopped over sweet potato casserole
- Mixed into a homemade snack mix
- Sprinkled over oatmeal or yogurt
- Used as a topping for cakes and desserts
They’re the perfect combination of sweet, crunchy, and a little salty!
❄️ How to Store Homemade Glazed Pecans
Once your glazed pecans are completely cool, place them in an airtight container.
Keep them in a cool, dry place away from heat and moisture.
For longer storage, refrigerate or freeze them in a tightly sealed container.
If you’re preparing them as Christmas gifts, make sure they’re fully cooled before packaging so condensation doesn’t soften the glaze.
❤️ Why We Love Sharing Holiday Recipes
At Mrs. Lacy’s Magnolia House, the holidays are one of our favorite times of the year!
There’s just something special about gathering in the kitchen, making homemade treats, and sharing them with the people you love.
And recipes like these glazed pecans remind us of the wonderful holiday traditions that have been passed down through generations.
We hope you’ll make a batch this Christmas and share a little Southern hospitality with someone special!
📚 Bring a Little Mrs. Lacy’s Home With You!
Love cooking with Faye? Then you’ll love Mrs. Lacy’s Magnolia House Cookbook!
Filled with 500 cherished family recipes, it’s a wonderful way to bring a little Southern hospitality into your own kitchen.
❤️ Shop Mrs. Lacy’s Cookbooks Online
Cookbooks are also available at Mrs. Lacy’s Magnolia House in Sanford, North Carolina.
They make wonderful gifts for Christmas, birthdays, weddings, and anyone who loves Southern cooking!
❤️ More Cooking With Faye!
At Mrs. Lacy’s Magnolia House, we love sharing family recipes, easy cooking tips, and a little Southern hospitality with all of you!
Be sure to follow our YouTube channel for more recipes, kitchen tips, and fun with Faye.
And if you’re ever in Sanford, North Carolina, we’d love for you to stop by Mrs. Lacy’s Magnolia House for lunch and something sweet!
Now we want to know! 🎄🥜❤️ Have you ever made homemade glazed pecans?
And here’s the big question — do you like your pecans sweet and crunchy, or do you prefer them roasted and salted?
Tell us in the comments! We love hearing about your family’s favorite holiday treats!
