4 Delicious Ways to Use Pecans

Go nuts with sweet and savory recipes


BY LIVE NATURALLY EDITORIAL

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE AMERICAN PECAN PROMOTION BOARD.

 

4 Delicious Ways to Use Pecans

Go nuts with sweet and savory recipes


BY LIVE NATURALLY EDITORIAL

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE AMERICAN PECAN PROMOTION BOARD.

 

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With great taste and texture, pecans are extremely versatile and can mix with almost any flavor profile to lend a nutrient-packed punch to your appetizer, snack, meal, or dessert. Pecans contain plenty of good fats, are a good source of fiber, and boast 3 grams of protein per 1 ounce serving (about a handful of nuts) to help you stay fuller longer.

So, the next time you’re hungry and find yourself reaching for a snack, consider pecans to enhance the flavor of your favorite treat. Need inspiration? Here are four sweet and savory recipes starring pecans.

 

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With great taste and texture, pecans are extremely versatile and can mix with almost any flavor profile to lend a nutrient-packed punch to your appetizer, snack, meal, or dessert. Pecans contain plenty of good fats, are a good source of fiber, and boast 3 grams of protein per 1 ounce serving (about a handful of nuts) to help you stay fuller longer.

So, the next time you’re hungry and find yourself reaching for a snack, consider pecans to enhance the flavor of your favorite treat. Need inspiration? Here are four sweet and savory recipes starring pecans.

 

Smoky Spiced Pecans

 
 

Pecans have a natural sweetness that pairs well with smoky and spicy flavors. These Smoky Spiced Pecans are a simple snack to pop into your purse for a busy workday or pass around at your next movie night. Pro tip: Double the recipe if you’re making it for a crowd. These bites are so tasty that they’ll disappear faster than you can say, “Pass the pecans please!”

 
 

 

Smoky Spiced Pecans

Pecans have a natural sweetness that pairs well with smoky and spicy flavors. These Smoky Spiced Pecans are a simple snack to pop into your purse for a busy workday or pass around at your next movie night. Pro tip: Double the recipe if you’re making it for a crowd. These bites are so tasty that they’ll disappear faster than you can say, “Pass the pecans please!”

 

Green Apple Pecan Smoothie

 
 

Rich and buttery pecan milk is the star of this smoothie, which gets its bright green color from a few cups of spinach. We recommend making the pecan milk at home, as it’s surprisingly easy to whip up with just a few ingredients. Boasting an invigorating sweet-tart flavor, this Green Apple Pecan Smoothie works equally well as a wholesome breakfast or a mid-afternoon pick-me-up.

 
 

 

Green Apple Pecan Smoothie

Rich and buttery pecan milk is the star of this smoothie, which gets its bright green color from a few cups of spinach. We recommend making the pecan milk at home, as it’s surprisingly easy to whip up with just a few ingredients. Boasting an invigorating sweet-tart flavor, this Green Apple Pecan Smoothie works equally well as a wholesome breakfast or a mid-afternoon pick-me-up.

 

Maple Pecan Overnight Oats

 
 

Perfect for meal prepping, Pecan Overnight Oats pack in 17 grams of protein and 9 grams of fiber per serving to keep you going strong until lunchtime. Pecan pieces and chia seeds provide a crunchy component to balance out the creamy Greek yogurt and milk. If you’ve never tried overnight oats before, this easy recipe is the perfect place to start.

 
 

 

Maple Pecan Overnight Oats

Perfect for meal prepping, Pecan Overnight Oats pack in 17 grams of protein and 9 grams of fiber per serving to keep you going strong until lunchtime. Pecan pieces and chia seeds provide a crunchy component to balance out the creamy Greek yogurt and milk. If you’ve never tried overnight oats before, this easy recipe is the perfect place to start.

 

Pecan Granola Bars

 
 

Pecan fans, meet your new go-to granola bars! These bars take some time to prep, but the delicious results are so worth it. Kids and adults alike will go nuts over the warm, pecan-rich flavor and cinnamon-infused sweetness. Use storebought pecan butter in this recipe or, for extra richness, make your own at home with just pecans and a pinch of sea salt.

 
 

 

Pecan Granola Bars

Pecan fans, meet your new go-to granola bars! These bars take some time to prep, but the delicious results are so worth it. Kids and adults alike will go nuts over the warm, pecan-rich flavor and cinnamon-infused sweetness. Use storebought pecan butter in this recipe or, for extra richness, make your own at home with just pecans and a pinch of sea salt.

 

PEE-can or puh-KAHN? 

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The jury is still out on the correct pronunciation. According to the American Pecan Council, 34% of Americans vote “pea-CAN” and 66% vote “PUH-con.”

 

PEE-can or puh-KAHN? 

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The jury is still out on the correct pronunciation. According to the American Pecan Council, 34% of Americans vote “pea-CAN” and 66% vote “PUH-con.”

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