Spicy Cocoa Glazed Pecans

Spicy Cocoa Glazed Pecans

Ingredients:
sugars, granulated
sugars, granulated
water, bottled, generic
nuts, pecans
cocoa, dry powder, unsweetened
spices, chili powder
spices, pepper, red or cayenne

Directions:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F, then use a vegetable oil spray to lightly coat a large but shallow baking sheet.
In a bowl combine the 1/2 cup of sugar & the warm water, stirring until sugar is dissolved.
Add pecans & let soak 10 minutes before draining & discarding the water.
In a large bowl, stir together the 1/4 cup of sugar, cocoa, chili powder & cayenne pepper.
Add pecans to this spicy cocoa mixture & toss until all the cocoa mixture coats the pecans, then spread the nuts evenly on the prepared pan.
Bake 10 to 15 minutes or until pecans start to glisten & appear dry, stirring several times while baking.
Remove from the oven & let the baking sheet cool completely on a wire rack.
Store nuts in a tightly covered container, placed in a cool, dry spot.
Serve as a snack, with beverages, or sprinkle in salads.