Paleo Smoked Candied Pecans

Smokey Sweet – The Secret to Making Delicious Paleo Smoked Candied Pecans

Hey there Paleo dieter! Are you looking for a healthy treat to help crave your sweet tooth? Then these Paleo Smoked Candied Pecans are your match made in heaven.

What’s even better? This recipe is both paleo and diabetic friendly! Is super simple. And make the perfect gift for any occasion!

What is the Secret to Paleo Smoked Candied Pecans?

Finding the Right Balance

What makes these Smoked Candied Pecans so great? While there are so many different candied pecan recipes out there. Some are overly sweet or salty. While others are bland and leave you wanting more!

The key to a great recipe comes down to one thing, balance. The best recipes find the perfect balance in the ingredients.

In this recipe:

• The flakey kosher salt and old bay seasoning provide a familiar texture.
• The smoke adds a complex and nutty flavor.
• The Allulose brown sugar offers a healthy and subtle sweetness.
• The egg whites bring all these ingredients together in a tasteful harmony.

Finding the right balance is sometimes easier said than done. But, in this recipe, I will help you find that perfect balance each and every time!

Are Smoked Candied Pecans Healthy?

Making your own smoked candied pecans using raw pecans is super easy! Using my Z-Grill 700 Series pellet grill makes the smoking process as care free as possible.

Candied Pecans vs Praline Pecans:

These two terms are often used interchangeably, but are actually quite different from one another. Praline pecans often use a butter and maple glaze. Where as candied pecans typically use egg whites and a light brown sugar coating.

These Candied Pecans are even more unique than most, in that they use Allulose Brown Sugar. Making them perfect for the paleo diet and are even diabetic friendly!

Egg white

Egg whites play an important role in this recipe. The egg whites allow the brown sugar coating to evenly stick to the pecans.

Because pecans produce their own oils in the smoking process. Just a little bit of egg white goes a long way!

Are Pecans Paleo Friendly?

Old Bay Seasoning:

A popular seasoning in the North East which usually accompanies all types of crab and lobster dishes. This spice blend plays an important role in the Paleo Smoked Candied Pecans recipe.

Consisting of celery salt, red and black pepper, and paprika. Old Bay seasoning adds complex flavors that will make your pecans explode with flavor!

Allulose Brown Sugar:

Allulose brown sugar is a low glycemic, zero calorie, all natural sugar substitute. Because of this, it is a great candidate for the Paleo diet. Not only is allulose low glycemic, but it can also help lower the glycemic low of other high glycemic load carbohydrates.

Also, unlike most sweeteners, allulose will not cause a spike in blood sugar levels. There are even some studies illustrating that allulose sweetener can aid in lowering blood sugar levels

How to Make Smoked Candied Pecans

Ingredients for Paleo Smoked Candied Pecans:

An important ingredient in Paleo Smoked Candied Pecans if my Popcorn Seasoning. You can view my blog post for Chef Kevin’s Popcorn Seasoning, or use the following instructions:

1. Lowry’s Seasoning
2. Old Bay Seasoning
3. Black Pepper
4. Monk Fruit Seasoning

Firstly, start by combining 2 tablespoons of Lowry’s seasoning, 2 tablespoons of monk fruit sweetener, 2 teaspoons of old bay sweetener and 1 teaspoon of black pepper into a bowl and mix thoroughly. Then transfer to a shaker bottle and set aside.

Smoking the Candied Pecans:

1. Firstly, start by turning the pellet grill on and setting to 275 degrees
2. Next, add raw pecans to a large mixing bowl
3. Then, drizzle over 1 egg white, and use hands to mix evenly
4. Add 1.5 cups of allulose brown sugar in .5 cup increments and mix thoroughly
5. Add 2 tablespoons of Chef Kevin’s Popcorn Seasoning
6. Then, place on a cooling rack in a baking sheet in a single layer
7. Add to pellet grill for 45 minutes
8. Stir pecans well with a spatula
9. Return to pellet grill for 45 minutes or until exterior is lightly browned
10. Finally, remove and sprinkle with flakey kosher salt
11. Allow the pecans to cool and then transfer to a mason jar for storage

How Long are Smoked Candied Pecans Good For?

Of course, paleo smoked candied pecans are best served fresh off the smoker. However, they can also be kept in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.

You can also warm up the stored pecans in the microwave for a few seconds. That way, you can experience that warm fresh candied pecan taste anytime you want!