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Candied Pecans Calories
Sweet, crunchy, energy-dense, contains fiber and healthy fats
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 piece (medium) of Candied Pecans (30 g) has 144 calories. That works out to 480 calories per 100 g. It contains 13.2 g of carbs, 1.7 g of protein, 9.6 g of fat and 1.3 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 20% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Candied Pecans Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 30 g
144
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
13.2g
· 5% DV
Protein
1.7g
· 3% DV
Fat
9.6g
· 12% DV
Fiber
1.3g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 36% · Protein 5% · Fat 59%
Candied Pecans nutrition facts table · 1 piece (medium) (30 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 144 kcal | |
| Total fat | 9.6 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 0.84 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 1.5 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 13.2 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% |
| Protein | 1.7 g | 3% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Medium Candied Pecans?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 30 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 12 g | 58 kcal |
| 1 piece (small) | 15 g | 72 kcal |
| 1 ounce (medium) | 28 g | 134 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 40 g | 192 kcal |
| 1 piece (large) | 50 g | 240 kcal |
| 1 piece (jumbo) | 60 g | 288 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 80 g | 384 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 480 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 100 g | 480 kcal |
Calculated from 480 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Candied Pecans
How do you make candied pecans?
Candied pecans are made by coating pecan halves with sugar and baking or cooking them in a pan. For a simple stovetop version, stir the pecans with a sugar syrup until the coating clings, then spread them apart to cool and crisp.
Why are my candied pecans sticky instead of crunchy?
Candied pecans often turn sticky when the sugar coating has not cooked long enough or moisture reaches them after cooking. Cook until the coating looks dry, then let the pecans cool completely before storing them in an airtight container.
How should you store candied pecans?
Store candied pecans only after they have cooled completely, in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. Humidity softens the sugar coating, and warm pecans can create condensation inside the container.
Can you freeze candied pecans?
Yes, candied pecans can be frozen in an airtight, freezer-safe container. Let them thaw while still covered at room temperature; opening the container too soon can let condensation form on the coating and make it sticky.
What can you use candied pecans for?
Candied pecans work as a snack or as a crunchy topping for salads, oatmeal, ice cream, and baked goods. Add them just before serving a moist or warm dish so the sugar coating stays crisp.
Can you make candied pecans on the stovetop instead of in the oven?
Yes, candied pecans can be made on the stovetop, and the coating is easy to monitor as it cooks. Stir continuously so the sugar coats the nuts evenly and does not scorch; spread the finished pecans out to cool.
Are candied pecans the same as pralines?
No, candied pecans and pralines are not quite the same. Candied pecans are usually individual pecan halves coated in sugar, while pecan pralines are a confection made by combining pecans with a cooked, creamy sugar mixture.
Can you use walnuts instead of pecans to make candied pecans?
Yes, walnuts can be coated with sugar using the same general method, but the result is candied walnuts rather than candied pecans. Walnuts have a more pronounced, sometimes bitter flavor, so the finished snack will taste different.
Are candied pecans suitable for people with diabetes?
Candied pecans contain added sugar, which can affect blood glucose. Keep the portion modest and account for it in the meal’s carbohydrate total; if you need a portion tailored to your diabetes plan, ask your clinician or dietitian.
Why does the sugar coating on candied pecans turn grainy?
A grainy coating on candied pecans usually means sugar crystals formed before the mixture coated the nuts smoothly. Dissolve the sugar fully at the start, avoid scraping crystallized sugar from the pan sides into the mixture, and follow the recipe’s stirring directions.
Candied Pecans Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0.05mg · 4% DV
Vitamin E
0.54mg · 4% DV
B6
0.04mg · 2% DV
B3
0.33mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.18mg · 20% DV
Manganese
0.36mg · 16% DV
Phosphorus
33mg · 5% DV
Magnesium
18mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
54mg · 2% DV
Sodium
1.5mg · 0% DV
Candied Pecans Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Candied Pecans
To burn the 144 calories in 1 piece (medium) (30 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Candied Pecans?
Candied pecans are pecan halves coated in sugar and often toasted until crisp. Pecans are native to North America, and the sweetened version is especially familiar in the southern United States, where it is enjoyed as a snack or used to finish desserts and salads. The coating gives each piece a sweet crunch, while the nut underneath stays rich and buttery.
They are energy-dense, with fiber and fats alongside the added sweetness. Enjoy a small handful as a treat, or crumble a few over oatmeal, yogurt or roasted vegetables for crunch; using them sparingly keeps a dish from becoming too sweet.
How Nutritious Is Candied Pecans?
Nutrient density
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Low
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Candied Pecans Processed?
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Candied Pecans Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Candied Pecans Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Candied Pecans Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.84g
MONOUNSATURATED
5.4g
POLYUNSATURATED
4.95g
Omega 6:3 ratio 53.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (53.3:1).
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