Step by step

Method

5 steps

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 300°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside.

2. 2

   In a medium bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, whisk the egg white, vanilla, and water until the mixture becomes light and frothy. Add the pecans and toss until they're evenly coated. Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture over the pecans and continue tossing until every pecan is coated.

4. 4

   Spread the pecans in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 30–45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes so they coat evenly. As they bake, the sugar coating will harden and become perfectly crisp.

5. 5

   Remove the pecans from the oven and let them cool completely on the baking sheet. Once cooled, transfer them to an airtight container or jar to keep them fresh.