Sugar Free Keto Candied Pecans

These sweet, crunchy Sugar-Free Keto Candied Pecans are the perfect low carb holiday season party snack or homemade gift for friends and family.

With simple ingredients and a quick bake time, this recipe delivers that classic candied flavor and texture without sugar — ideal for a keto diet, low carb lifestyle, or anyone who wants a healthier twist on a holiday favorite.

Every year as the holidays approach, I find myself juggling a packed calendar: cooking, baking, hosting, and of course…wrapping gifts.

Thankfully, my husband has taken over wrapping duties since I was pregnant with our youngest — a true Christmas miracle! That frees me up to focus on my favorite part: making delicious low carb and keto recipes to share at parties, give as gifts, and enjoy a sweet treat with my family.

This keto candied pecans recipe has been a holiday staple in my home for years. I love doubling the batch to fill mason jars for gifts, sprinkle over salads, or keep on hand for a sweet and crunchy keto snack.

Unlike traditional candied nuts loaded with sugar, this version uses a blend of sugar-free sweeteners, Monk Fruit Allulose sweetener and sugar-free maple syrup to create that perfect caramelized coating — without spiking blood sugar or kicking you out of ketosis.

Anyone looking to reduce their sugar intake of white sugar during the crazy holiday season whether on a low carb diet or not, this is a great low carb snack!

Why You’ll Love This Keto Candied Pecans Recipe

• Low Carb & Sugar Free: Sweetened with a Monk Fruit Allulose Blend and sugar-free maple syrup instead of refined sugar.
• Simple Ingredients: Just a few pantry staples make these sweet, crunchy, and irresistible.
• Quick & Easy: Prep in 5 minutes and bake until golden.
• Versatile: Perfect as a holiday party snack, on top as a salad topper, as a crunchy topping for keto desserts, or packed into mason jars for homemade gifts.
• Healthy Fats: Pecans provide satisfying fats and a naturally sweet flavor that pairs beautifully with the cinnamon and maple notes.

In Christmas’s Past, we’ve enjoyed these delicious recipes: Zucchini Lasagna, Spaghetti Squash Lasagna,  Brussel Sprout Salad, Asparagus Bundles, and of course plenty of desserts! Some of the favorites are my easy recipe for my Grandmother’s Butterballs, Peppermint Brownie Bark.

My Favorite of all, Peppermint Cheesecake Pie! I also have a brand new pecan recipe that is sure to impress anyone with a sweet tooth!

My daughter and I have been baking for a couple for weeks and freezing everything to be ready to deliver goodie trays on Christmas Eve. We made Salted Caramel Cashew Fudge, White Chocolate Coconut fudge, Sugarless Sugar cookies and Gingerbread men.

If I have time I’d like to make my Chocolate Cream pie and I also still need to make ahead my Grain Free Cinnamon Roll Muffins for Christmas morning,

WHEW!! I’m exhausted thinking about it all! But this recipe today is the best candied pecans recipe I can make over and over again with no stress, no worries and honestly hassle free! It’s perfect for gift giving in a cute little mason jar as well as a holiday parties!

Tips for Perfect Sugar-Free Candied Pecans

1. Use Parchment Paper: Line your baking sheet to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
2. Stir Midway: Tossing the fresh pecans halfway through baking helps the sweetener mixture evenly coat each nut and creates a crisp, candy-like shell.
3. Cool Completely: Let the pecans cool on the pan — as they cool, the coating hardens into that irresistible crunchy texture.
4. Storage: Store in an airtight container or glass mason jar at room temperature for up to 2 weeks. Perfect for make-ahead holiday prep!

Serving & Gifting Ideas

• Holiday Gifts: Fill small mason jars with candied pecans, add a ribbon, and share them as thoughtful homemade keto gifts.
• Salad Topping: Sprinkle over roasted veggie or leafy green salads for a crunchy topping.
• Dessert Garnish: Use as a keto-friendly topping for pumpkin pie, cheesecake, or sugar-free ice cream.
• Snack Attack: Enjoy a small handful of these keto pecans as a sweet snack over some plain Greek yogurt or cottage cheese that fits your low carb or keto diet.

Sugar Free Keto Candied Pecans

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Easy Sugar Free Low Carb Keto Candied Pecans Recipe

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes minutes

Total Time 25 minutes minutes

Servings 20

Calories 109kcal

Author Brenda Bennett | Sugar-Free Mom

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup butter melted
• 1 tablespoon sugar free maple syrup
• 1 tsp maple extract
• 1/2 cup Brown sugar sub or another sugar free brown sweetener
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 2.5 cups unsalted raw pecans

Optional

• 2 tablespoon Bourbon for extra depth of flavor (add to the wet ingredients — will cook off during baking)
• 1 tsp cayenne pepper or for a spicy kick or chipotle powder.

Instructions

• Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
• Combine Wet Ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter, sugar-free maple syrup, and maple extract. If using bourbon, whisk it in here.
• Add Sweetener & Spices: Stir in the brown sugar sub and ground cinnamon until fully combined into a thick, sweetener mixture.
• Coat the Pecans: Add the pecans to the bowl and toss until each pecan is evenly coated.
• Spread & Bake: Arrange the coated pecans in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 15–20 minutes, stirring once halfway through to ensure even caramelization.
• Cool & Harden: Remove from the oven and stir gently while the mixture is still hot, then let the pecans cool completely on the pan. The coating will firm up as they cool, creating a sweet, crunchy shell.
• Store: Once fully cooled, transfer to an airtight container or mason jars. Store at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

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Notes

5 g net carbs

• Bourbon is optional and can be eliminated if desired.
• The photos in this post are a double batch of the recipe below as I plan to give them as gifts in mason jars to family and friends for Christmas.
• This recipe was first published in December of 2014.

Nutrition

Serving: 1ounce | Calories: 109kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 6mg | Sodium: 20mg | Potassium: 50mg | Fiber: 1g | Vitamin A: 80IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 0.3mg

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