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    Home » Recipes » Vegan Recipes

    Published: Jan 11, 2022 · Modified: Apr 18, 2022 by Petranka · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Air Fryer Roasted Pecans

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    Air Fryer Roasted Pecans are quick and easy to make, and ready in less than 10 minutes! Perfect to add to soups, smoothie bowls, salads, or snack on their own!

    Roasted pecans in a clear jar.

    Making roasted nuts at home is a hundred times better than eating store-bought. They're fresher, tastier, and you get to choose the seasoning!

    These air fryer roasted pecans are so delicious and nutty, it's hard not to eat them all in one go. Once you make them, they'll keep in your cupboard for months, which means you'll have a healthy snack on hand when you need it!

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    • How to roast pecans in the air fryer
    • Expert Tips
    • FAQ
    • Ways to use roasted pecans
    • 📖 Recipe

    How to roast pecans in the air fryer

    Step 1

    Pre-heat air fryer to 350ºF (180ºC). Add pecans in the basket in a single layer, and roast for 8 minutes.

    Raw pecans in air fryer basket.

    Step 2

    Halfway through, stop and shake the basket, to make sure they are roasting evenly.

    Step 3

    Once golden, transfer them to a plate. Let them cool completely before storing them in a jar, or serving.

    Roasted pecans in air fryer basket.

    Expert Tips

    • Keep an eye on them. Pecans can go from golden to burnt very quickly, so make sure to check towards the end, as every air fryer is different.
    • Cook for additional 2 minutes if you want them extra toasty. But again, don't leave them for too long without checking.
    • Transfer pecans to a jar once they're fully cooled down. You don't want soft and soggy nuts, which is what will happen if you store them while they're still warm.

    FAQ

    How to know when pecans are done roasting?

    Simply take a bite. If they're crispy, taste nutty, and are darker both inside and out, they're ready!

    Can I add seasoning?

    Yes! You can make them new and fun by adding spices like cinnamon, ground ginger, smoked paprika, cumin, etc. In the recipe card below I shared 3 flavors you can try at home.

    How long do air fryer pecans keep?

    They taste best in the first few days after roasting, but they'll keep for up to 6 months in your pantry if stored properly.

    Can you refresh stale nuts?

    Yes! The air fryer is perfect for this job. Simply add your stale nuts to the basket and cook for 3-4 minutes. Make sure to check on them every 1-2 minutes to prevent burning.

    Pecans cooling in a white plate.

    Ways to use roasted pecans

    If you like this recipe, try serving it with one of the following:

    Sweet Potato Beet Salad with Feta

    Sweet Potato Soup

    Lemon and Herb White Bean Dip

    Easy Applesauce Overnight Oats

    Healthy Pumpkin Pancakes

    Pumpkin Baked Oatmeal

    📖 Recipe

    Roasted pecans in a clear jar.

    Air Fryer Roasted Pecans Recipe

    Air Fryer Roasted Pecans are quick and easy to make, and ready in less than 10 minutes! Perfect as a snack, and topped over soups and salads!
    4.84 from 6 votes
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    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: air fryer, easy, pecans, quick, roasted pecans
    Prep Time: 0 minutes
    Cook Time: 8 minutes
    Total Time: 8 minutes
    Servings: 2 cups
    Author: Petranka
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    Equipment

    • Air fryer

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups raw pecans

    Salted pecans

    • Cooking spray (optional, for better sticking)
    • ⅛ teaspoon salt (or more to taste)

    Maple rosemary pecans

    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 ½ tablespoon maple syrup
    • ½ tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
    • ⅛ teaspoon salt (or more to taste)

    Cinnamon sugar pecans

    • 1 tablespoon melted butter (vegan or regular)
    • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • 2 tablespoon brown sugar (or granulated sugar)
    • ¼ teaspoon salt

    Sweet and spicy pecans

    • 1 tablespoon olive oil or melted butter
    • ⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more for more spicy nuts)
    • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
    • ¼ teaspoon salt (or more to taste)

    Instructions

    General roasting instructions

    • Pre-heat air fryer to 350ºF (180ºC). Add pecans in the basket in a single layer, and roast for 8 minutes.
    • Stop halfway through and shake the basket, to make sure they're roasting evenly. You can cook them for additional 2 minutes if you want them extra toasty.
    • Once golden, transfer pecans to a plate and let them cool completely before storing in a container or a jar.

    Salted pecans

    • Pre-heat air fryer to 350ºF (180ºC). Add pecans in the basket in a single layer, and spray with cooking spray. Sprinkle with salt and toss to coat. Roast for 8 minutes, stirring halfway through. Let them cool completely before storing them in a container or a jar.

    Maple rosemary flavor

    • To a medium bowl, toss pecans with olive oil, maple syrup, salt, and chopped rosemary until well coated. Transfer to air fryer basket and arrange in a single layer. Roast for 8 minutes, stirring halfway through. Let them cool completely before storing them in a container or a jar.

    Cinnamon sugar flavor

    • To a medium bowl, mix together melted butter, cinnamon, sugar, and salt. Add the pecans and stir to coat. Transfer to air fryer basket and arrange in a single layer. Roast for 8 minutes, stirring halfway through. Let them cool completely before storing them in a container or a jar.

    Sweet and spicy flavor

    • To a medium bowl, toss pecans with olive oil or butter, maple syrup, salt, and cayenne pepper until well coated. Transfer to air fryer basket and arrange in a single layer. Roast for 8 minutes, stirring halfway through. Let them cool completely before storing them in a container or a jar.

    Notes

    Storage
    Store in a jar or a container, in a dry place, away from direct light. They will keep up for up to 6 months.
    *Nutrition information is a rough estimate calculated without optional ingredients and is for ¼ cup plain roasted pecans.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 342kcal

    Nutrition information is a rough estimate calculated with third-party calculations without including the optional ingredients.

    Tried this recipe?Leave me a rating and a comment telling me how it went. Or tag me at @sunglowkichen and hashtag #sunglowkitchen on Instagram!

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    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Julia says

      February 09, 2022 at 9:06 am

      5 stars
      Loved how simple this is!

      Reply
    2. Amanda says

      April 27, 2022 at 4:03 pm

      5 stars
      I made mine sweet and spicy and they turned out so good! Thanks!

      Reply
      • Petranka says

        April 27, 2022 at 4:07 pm

        Glad you liked them, Amanda! Thanks for the review!

        Reply
    3. MelH says

      June 07, 2022 at 7:42 pm

      5 stars
      Quick, easy and it works! Thanks. I made my first batch plain, but now I will try some with seasonings!

      Reply
      • Petranka says

        June 16, 2022 at 11:50 am

        Happy you like the recipe!

        Reply
    4. Gail says

      October 13, 2022 at 5:54 pm

      5 stars
      So easy and perfectly roasted. I didn't any anything to the pecans since I planned to use them in a salad.

      Reply
      • Petranka says

        October 16, 2022 at 12:55 pm

        Glad to hear this recipe worked for you, Gail!

        Reply
    5. Trudy G says

      October 29, 2022 at 8:11 pm

      4 stars
      My air fryer had them well done at just 10 min - 300 degrees. Next time I'm thinking 6-8 minutes. Definitely easy-peasy.

      Reply
      • Petranka says

        October 31, 2022 at 10:30 am

        Glad you liked the recipe, Trudy!

        Reply

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