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    The Best Homemade Chocolate Covered Pecans (so easy!)

    Modified: Nov 18, 2024 • Published: Feb 22, 2021 by Dr. Erin Carter • This post may contain affiliate links • Leave a Comment

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    Chocolate covered pecans are such a fun, bite sized snack or dessert. They are crunchy, a little salty, and a little sweet. You will love how easy they are to make and that you only need 5 ingredients to make them!

    A plate of chocolate covered pecans, with a bite out of one of them.

    I love having flavoured nuts and seeds like honey dijon pecans and sweet curry cashews and almonds on hand for an easy, quick snack, and today I am sharing another easy, delicious nut recipe with you. I can't wait for you to try it!

    Table of Contents
    • Why you will love this recipe:
    • Ingredients and substitutions:
    • Recipe variations and add ins:
    • How to make chocolate covered pecans:
    • Top tips:
    • How to serve:
    • How to store:
    • Chocolate Covered Pecans FAQs:
    • Other chocolate recipes you will love:
    • Recipe

    Why you will love this recipe:

    • These pecans have such a delicious flavour! They're a little salty, and a little sweet, with just the right amount of crunch. 
    • Even though they are made from scratch these homemade chocolate pecans are quick and easy to make with just 5 ingredients.
    • These nuts store really well and make the perfect ready to eat snack or dessert.
    • They are a great homemade gift.
    • This sweet pecan recipe is naturally gluten-free and refined sugar free and I have included dairy-free, paleo, and vegan options.

    If you love chocolate covered treats you will also love chocolate covered espresso beans and chocolate covered Rice Krispie Treats.

    Ingredients and substitutions:

    Bowls filled with different ingredients including pecans, salt, coconut sugar, chocolate chips and coconut oil.
    • Raw pecans - I recommend using raw pecans rather than toasted pecans or roasted pecans. You could also substitute the pecans for any other type of nut that you like such as macadamia nuts, almonds, or cashews. 
    • Coconut oil - this is added to the nuts to help the sugar coating stick to it. You could also use unsalted butter, ghee, or vegan butter. 
    • Brown sugar or coconut sugar - to coat the pecans and give them a deliciously sweet taste. I prefer to use coconut sugar to keep this pecan recipe refined sugar free, but either of these granulated sweeteners will work.
    • Sea salt - just a little is all you need to help contrast the sweetness of the chocolate on these chocolate covered pecans.
    • Dark chocolate - You can use either dark chocolate bars or dark chocolate chips to make the chocolate coating on these pecans.

    Recipe variations and add ins:

    • If you prefer chocolate dipped pecans: instead of coating the whole pecan in chocolate, dip half of each pecan into the melted chocolate and then transfer it to the baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
    • If you want these chocolate covered pecans to be saltier, sprinkle a little extra salt on the chocolate once you have coated the pecans.
    • For a different flavour add a bit of ground cinnamon when you mix the nuts.
    • If you prefer milk chocolate to dark chocolate use that instead. You could even use melted white chocolate if you like.
    • Feel free to double or triple this recipe if you are serving a crowd or want to gift these nuts.
    • To make these chocolate nuts vegan: use coconut oil or vegan butter and vegan chocolate.
    • To make these nuts paleo: use coconut sugar and dairy and soy free chocolate.

    How to make chocolate covered pecans:

    A bowl of pecans covered in oil and sugar with a spoon in the bowl.
    1. Step 1: First, preheat your oven to 300 degrees Fahrenheit and while the oven is heating, combine the nuts, oil, sugar, and salt in a bowl.
    Roasted pecans on a baking sheet.
    1. Step 2: Next, transfer the nuts to a baking sheet lined with a silicone liner or parchment paper. Bake the nuts for 18-20 minutes.
    A glass measuring cup with melted chocolate in it and a spoon in the chocolate.
    1. Step 3: Next, melt the chocolate by heating it in a microwave-safe bowl or dish on high heat for 30 second intervals in the microwave until the chocolate is melted.
    A baking sheet with chocolate covered pecans on it.
    1. Step 4: Last, place the pecans in the bowl with the melted chocolate to coat the pecans in the chocolate. Then using a slotted spoon transfer the chocolate covered pecans back to the baking sheet. Place the baking sheet in the freezer for 5 minutes, until the chocolate hardens. Then enjoy!

    Top tips:

    • Use a slotted spoon to transfer the chocolate coated pecans back to the baking sheet to allow the excess chocolate to drip off.
    • If you don't have a microwave you can use a double boiler to melt the chocolate.
    • If you prefer having individual chocolate pecans rather than small clusters of chocolate pecans, be sure to place the chocolate coated pecans in a single layer with space between each pecan when you transfer them back to the baking sheet.

    How to serve:

    These chocolate covered nuts can be eaten as a snack or dessert and they also make a great homemade gift. If you want to gift this pecan candy I recommend lining a tin in parchment paper and then placing the pecans on top. These pecans can also be used to top cakes, cupcakes, or ice cream and make a great addition to a snack table, or charcuterie board.

    How to store:

    The best way to store these chocolate covered pecans is in the fridge in an airtight container or mason jar so the chocolate doesn't melt. They will keep well in the fridge for up to 3 months. You can also store them at room temperature, but just don't let them get too warm or the chocolate will start to melt.

    You can also freeze these nuts in an airtight container for up to 3 months. When you are ready to enjoy them transfer them to the fridge to let them thaw.

    A plate with chocolate covered pecans on it and one pecan has a bite out of it.

    Chocolate Covered Pecans FAQs:

    How do you store chocolate covered nuts?

    I recommend storing these chocolate covered nuts in the fridge to give them the longest shelf life. However they also keep well at room temperature which makes them perfect for gifting.

    Are these nuts keto?

    As written this recipe is not low carb or keto, but you can make it keto by using keto chocolate and a keto granulated sweetener.

    Should pecans be soaked before roasting?

    For this recipe you do not need to soak the pecans before roasting them.

    Other chocolate recipes you will love:

    • A blue bowl filled with a chocolate avocado mousse with a strawberry on top of it and strawberries around the bowl.
      5 Ingredient Chocolate Avocado Mousse (healthy & vegan)
    • A stack of four chocolate peanut butter cereal bars and the top one has a bite out of it.
      Chocolate Peanut Butter Cereal Bars
    • A stack of three pieces of vegan orange chocolate fudge.
      The Best Orange Chocolate Fudge (dairy-free & vegan)
    • A batch of peanut butter and chocolate Rice Krispie Treats cut into squares.
      Peanut Butter and Chocolate Rice Krispie Treats (easy & no bake)

    Since you made it this far we are basically best friends so be sure to follow me on Instagram, Pinterest, TikTok and Facebook where I share even more recipes and healthy living tips! And don’t forget to leave this recipe a star review before you go!

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    Chocolate Covered Pecans

    Chocolate covered pecans are the best snack. A little sweet, a little salty, and perfectly crunchy! You'll love how easy they are to make with just 5 ingredients!
    4.82 from 16 votes
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    Course: Dessert, Snack
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Diabetic, Gluten Free, Low Lactose, Vegan
    Prep Time: 2 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 22 minutes minutes
    Servings: 15
    Calories: 224kcal
    Author: Dr. Erin Carter

    Equipment

    • Baking sheet
    • Parchment paper

    Ingredients

    • 3 cups raw pecans (300 grams)
    • 3 tablespoon melted coconut oil or butter
    • 3 tablespoon coconut sugar or brown sugar
    • pinch sea salt
    • 6 oz dark chocolate (2 dark chocolate bars)

    Instructions

    • Preheat your oven to 300F.
    • Add the pecans, melted coconut oil or butter, sugar and salt to a bowl and stir well until the pecanss are coated evenly.
    • Line a baking sheet with a silicone mat or parchment paper and spread the pecans out evenly. Bake for 18-20 minutes until just toasted (you don't want them to taste burnt) and allow the pecans to cool while you melt the chocolate.
    • In a microwave safe dish, microwave the chocolate on high for 30 second intervals, until the chocolate is melted.
    • In batches, add the pecans to the melted chocolate, and coat the pecans evenly. Using a slotted spoon, place the pecans back on the baking sheet and place the tray in the freezer for 5 minutes to allow the chocolate to harden. Then enjoy!

    Notes

    1. Store these pecans in the fridge so the chocolate doesn't melt.
    2. Nutritional values are an estimate and will vary depending on the exact ingredients used. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 224kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 114mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 11IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 1mg
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