3-step Healthy Pecan Pepita Brittle

• total tid: 34 minutes

Ingredienser

5 ingredients. 5 minutes prep. Done.

You need:

2 cups chopped pecans

1 cup pumpkin seeds

½ cup maple syrup

1 Tbsp olive oil

1 tsp salt + ½ tsp pepper

Make it:

Vejledning

Mix everything in one bowl until coated.

Spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet.

Bake at 275°F for 33-35 mins. Cool, break, enjoy.

That’s it.

Eat as a snack, crumble on yogurt, or toss on salad.

Quick perks:

Pecans = healthy fats + antioxidants

Pumpkin seeds = zinc + protein + iron

Store in a jar for up to 2 weeks.

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Pecans are a sweet, nutty, and buttery-flavored tree nut native to North America. As of 2026, research highlights them as a "supernut" due to their high antioxidant levels and low net carbs, making them popular for heart-healthy and low-carb diets. They are technically a hickory species, packed with healthy unsaturated fats, fiber, and 19 vitamins and minerals.

Pecans and walnuts differ primarily in taste, texture, and nutritional profile:

pecans are sweeter, softer, and oilier with a buttery flavor, while walnuts are earthier, slightly bitter.