How to Roast Pecans – Roasted Pecans Recipe

This roasted pecan recipe will teach you how to roast pecans and add some additional flavor to them. Roasted nuts have a deeper flavor because they are toasted and fragrant. Plus this easy technique allows you to add additional flavors to the nuts. These air fryer roasted pecans will quickly become a favorite snack and topping in your family.

Why roast Pecans? 

When you roast pecans, you help to bring out their nutty flavor. They also get a nice crispy exterior and softer inside, which makes them easier to eat.

Another great reason you will enjoy roasted nuts is that you can add additional flavors to them. We like using fresh rosemary, but you could add just about any seasoning combination you like. This makes them quite versatile and a great compliment for just about any salad, soup, or even some desserts. 

Ingredients for making roasted pecans

When you want to make roasted pecans, here is a great tasting way to do it:

• Raw pecans halves - If you can’t find halves, you could get full size and cut or break them in half.
• Grape seed oil - You could use another oil with a high smoke point.
• Chopped fresh rosemary - This adds a nice flavor to the nuts. You could skip if you prefer plain nuts.
• Salt - Salt helps to bring out the nutty flavor of the roasted nuts, but you could skip if you prefer.

How to Roast Pecans using Air Fryer

To make this roasted pecans recipe in the air fryer, follow these instructions:

• First, in a bowl combine the pecans, oil, chopped rosemary, and salt. For added nutty flavor, soak the nuts for 20 minutes in warm water first.
• Next, turn the Air Fryer on and set to 300 F (150 C).
• When ready, add pecans in the basket in a single layer and roast for 8 minutes.

• Once it reaches the halfway mark, shake the basket to make sure they're roasting evenly. You can cook them for an additional 2 minutes if you want them extra toasty. Watch carefully to prevent burning - they cook fast!
• Once golden brown, transfer the pecans to a plate and let them cool completely before storing in a container or a jar for up to 3 weeks.

How to Roast Pecans in Oven    

When you make roast pecans, here’s what you need to do:

1. In a bowl combine the pecans, oil, chopped rosemary, and salt. For more a nutty flavor, you can try soaking the nuts for 20 minutes, but this is optional.
2. Next, preheat oven to 350°F and line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
3. When ready, place the pecans in a single layer on the parchment lined baking sheet.
4. Place the sheet into the oven and bake for 8 to 12 or until the nuts are toasted and fragrant.

Finally, allow them to cool slightly on the baking sheet before you serve.

Pro tips and tricks for roasted pecans

When you make air fryer roasted pecans or oven roasted pecans, you will want to follow these easy tips and tricks:

• In the Air fryer: Stop halfway through and shake the basket to make sure they're roasting evenly on all sides.
• In the Oven: Makes sure to layer the pecans in a single layer to ensure even cooking.
• Don’t overcook the pecans! They can burn easily if you let them go for too long.
• Soak the nuts for about 20 minutes and dry them for even more flavor.

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Other great air fryer recipes to try

If you really love easy and healthy snack and side dish options, then you need to check out these other air fryer recipes:

• Apple chips
• Roasted chickpeas
• Banana chips
• Tortilla chips
• potato chips

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Roasted Pecans Recipe

Prep Time: 2 minutes

Cook Time: 8 minutes

Total Time: 10 minutes

These air fryer roasted pecans will quickly become a favorite snack and topping in your family. This roasted pecan recipe will teach you how to roast pecans.

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Ingredients

• 2 cups raw pecans halves
• 1 tablespoon grape seed oil
• 1/2 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions

Instructions for Air Fryer

1. First, in a bowl combine the pecans, oil, chopped rosemary, and salt. For added nutty flavor, soak the nuts for 20 minutes in warm water first.
2. Next, turn the Air Fryer on and set to 300 F (150 C).
3. When ready, add pecans in the basket in a single layer and roast for 8 minutes
4. Once it reaches the halfway mark, shake the basket to make sure they're roasting evenly. You can cook them for an additional 2 minutes if you want them extra toasty. Watch carefully to prevent burning - they cook fast!
5. Once golden brown, transfer the pecans to a plate and let them cool completely before storing in a container or a jar for up to 3 weeks.

Instructions for Roasting in Oven

1. In a bowl combine the pecans, oil, chopped rosemary, and salt. For more a nutty flavor, you can try soaking the nuts for 20 minutes, but this is optional.
2. Next, preheat oven to 350°F and line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper.
3. When ready, place the pecans in a single layer on the parchment lined baking sheet.
4. Place the sheet into the oven and bake for 8 to 12 or until the nuts are toasted and fragrant.

Notes

Variations

Some variations include: cinnamon and sugar, tossing them in your favorite Indian spices, use your favorite spice blend to toast the nuts in, or toasting them with no seasonings at all.

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