Swedish Nuts

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I make these wonderful sweet nuts using pecans every year for Christmas. They are a true delight, especially if you are a lover of nuts. If pecans aren't your forte, substitute walnuts. Happy Holidays!

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Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
45 mins
Servings:
16
Yield:
1 pound
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 16 servings

  • 2 egg whites

  • 1 cup white sugar

  • 1 pinch salt

  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1 pound pecan halves

  • ½ cup butter

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).

  2. Beat egg whites until soft peaks begin to form. Add sugar, salt, and vanilla; beat until stiff peaks form and turn glossy. Fold in nuts and coat well with the egg white mixture.

  3. Melt butter in a 9x13 inch baking pan by placing pan in the oven. Evenly spread coated nuts over melted butter in pan.

  4. Bake for 30 minutes, stirring and turning nuts about every 8 minutes, or until butter no longer remains in pan. Place hot nuts on foil and allow to cool. May be stored in an airtight container for several weeks!

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

298 Calories
26g Fat
17g Carbs
3g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 16
Calories 298
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 26g 34%
Saturated Fat 5g 27%
Cholesterol 15mg 5%
Sodium 48mg 2%
Total Carbohydrate 17g 6%
Dietary Fiber 3g 10%
Total Sugars 14g
Protein 3g 6%
Vitamin C 0mg 0%
Calcium 22mg 2%
Iron 1mg 4%
Potassium 125mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.