By JJ Virgin

Pumpkin Spice Roasted Pecans

  ,

September 25, 2017

These irresistible pecans are full of powerful protein and healthy fats, all wrapped up in the warmth of pumpkin pie spice – the perfect autumn treat!

Virgin Diet compliant: Cycles 1, 2, and 3
Sugar Impact Diet compliant: Cycles 1, 2, and 3

  • Prep: 10 mins
  • Cook: 8 hrs 10 mins

Ingredients

1 1/2 cups slow-roasted pecan halves (directions below)

1/2 tsp macadamia nut or avocado oil

3/4 tsp liquid monk fruit sweetener or several drops liquid stevia (to taste)

1/2 tsp ground pumpkin pie spice

1/4 tsp sea salt

Directions

1To Slow-Roast Pecans: Place 1 cup raw pecans and 1/2 teaspoon sea salt in a medium bowl, and add enough water to cover by 3 inches. Soak overnight at room temperature, then drain the nuts. Spread them on a rimmed baking sheet and bake at 140F for 8 hours. Let cool completely before making recipe.

2Preheat the oven to 200F.

3Combine the pecans, sweetener, and oil in a mixing bowl and toss well.

4Combine the pumpkin pie spice and salt in a separate small bowl.

5Add the spice mixture to the nuts and stir well to coat.

6Place the nuts in a single layer on a large baking sheet and bake for 10 minutes.

7Remove from the oven and let cool at least 10 minutes before serving. Store in a covered container at room temperature or freeze for up to 6 weeks.

Want more healthy, yummy recipes? Check out jjvirgin.com/recipes.

00:00