Buttery Cinnamon Pecans

By: Debbie Johnson, Cookbook Author, "Fun with GF/LG Food"

Pecan recipes, usually associated with sugar-laden treats like pecan pie, can actually be good for you. This Buttery Cinnamon Pecans snacks recipe from Debbie Johnson uses only 5 wholesome ingredients to make one of the best snack ideas for your health. Try out this recipe next time you need all natural party snacks recipes. Debbie says, "This recipe was inspired by a 'Spiced Pecans' recipe and helps to fulfill my desire for pecan rolls or cinnamon rolls or both combined! And I donâ€™t miss the bread part at all. With this you have all the richness and flavor, more for your palate to enjoy. And evidently, pecans are also rich in anti-oxidants. When roasted, they taste like cookies to me!"

Notes

This recipe comes from best-selling author Debbie Johnson, who is also former owner/exec. chef of restaurant with whole menu GF/LG, Allergy-Friendly, Vegan to Meat. See http://glutenfreefun.com

For more information about and recipes from Debbie, check out her Featured Foodies profile page.

Serves4

Ingredients

1/2 pound pecans
1 tablespoon ghee (clarified butter) or coconut oil
1/8 teaspoon Celtic or Himalayan salt, or more to taste
1/4 teaspoon Sweet Leaf Stevia, or more to taste
1 tablespoon cinnamon

Instructions

Heat oven to 350 degrees F. Roast pecans for 10 to 15 minutes, depending on size.
Melt ghee/oil in saucepan large enough to hold pecans after roasted.
Blend in balance of ingredients and set aside.
Toss hot, roasted pecans in pot with melted sauce and stir to coat.
Let cool and serve slightly warm or cold. Refrigerate whatever is left