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    Home » Recipe Round-ups

    21 Irresistible Holiday Pecan Recipes

    Published: Nov 19, 2016 · Modified: Nov 1, 2022 · by Renée B. · This post may contain affiliate links.

    7-panel collage of images from multiple pecan recipes. Pin text reads: Pecan Recipes for your holiday table.

    Whether you say pee-can, peh-kahn, or peh-can, these delicious Pecan Recipes will make your holiday table simply irresistible.

    9-panel collage of images from multiple pecan recipes.

    Pee-canz? Peh-kahnz? Peh-canz?

    Pronunciation of the word "pecan" is a huge point of contention for some folks. (Much like the ever popular Mi-zer-uh / Mi-zer-ee [Missouri] debate in my own family.) Whatever you call them though, the only things that makes pecans better are butter and sugar.

    Which leads me to pralines.

    Oh, pralines. I distinctly remember the first (and only) time I've tasted a fresh, warm, still soft praline. It was in Savannah in the spring of 2005, and I was leading a week-long tour to the birthplace of Girl Scouting with my Senior Troop.

    As we walked down River Street along the Savannah River, a heady fog of sweet, caramelly perfection surrounded us and drew us into the iconic River Street Sweets shop. There, we sampled rich, buttery, nutty bites of heaven that seduced our senses and caressed our palates. We could not have escaped if we had wanted to. We did not want to.

    Unfortunately, pecans do not grow well in my corner of the world, so all of my other praline memories involve a box full of hard, overly sugared pecan pucks that tasted like last year's stale leftovers. Nope. Having tasted the real thing, there is nothing left for me to do now except make them myself.

    Pralines, however, are only one of the many delicious ways to enjoy pecans during the holiday season. Here'a our list of amazing pecan recipes, perfect for the holiday season.

    21 Tempting Pecan Recipes for Your Holiday Table

    1

    Orange Pecan Baked French Toast

    Photo Credit: www.theworktop.com

    The best part about this orange pecan baked french toast?  It can be prepared the night before and baked off in the morning.  

    2

    Perfect Creamy Pralines (Prejean’s)

    Photo Credit: theperfectkindofchaos.wordpress.com

    Pralines are a Southern specialty and they are not always east to make. But the best one’s the one’s that make grown men beg and make you want to slap ya momma (not really. It’s a Southern saying meaning delicious.).

    3

    Sweet Potato Pecan Pancakes with Praline Butter

    Photo Credit: saygraceblog.com

    Light and fluffy sweet potato pancakes packed with toasted pecans and smeared with a delicious pecan praline compound butter.

    4

    Roasted Sweet Vanilla Pecan Butter

    Photo Credit: strengthandsunshine.com

    Not only does your house smell lovely when the pecans are roasting, but once you put them in the blender with the vanilla…o my! This is a fabulous spread for anything - from bread, to apples, to carrots…to just, you know…a spoon!

    5

    Pecan Pralines

    Photo Credit: basilandbubbly.com

    The much sought Classic Southern treat, the Pecan Praline Recipe that EVERYONE is dying to have.

    6

    Honey Roasted Pecans - 2 ingredient gluten-free snack

    Photo Credit: www.trialandeater.com

    Honey Roasted Pecans – easy recipe with just those two ingredients! Gluten-free snack ready in under 30 minutes including cooling time.

    7

    Gingerbread Pecans (Sugar-Free)

    Photo Credit: phruitfuldish.com

    Pecans roasting on an open fire… and toasted to perfection! These roasted nuts have a festive twist and provide plenty of nourishment. 

    8

    Easy Candied Pecans (Just 5 Minutes and 4 Ingredients!)

    Photo Credit: twohealthykitchens.com

    These deliciously easy candied pecans are so lightning-fast! You’ll be making them all the time - for snacks, on salads - even as last-minute gifts!

    9

    Dream Home Cooking Girl

    Photo Credit: simpledelicioussouthernfood.blogspot.com

    New Orlean's Style Pralines...one of my favorites!

    10

    Kentucky Derby Chocolate-Pecan Cookie Bars

    Photo Credit: twohealthykitchens.com

    This incredibly easy, no-butter, bar cookie version of the always-popular Derby Pie is the perfect dessert for a weekday dinner or a party! Filled with whole grains, it’s fabulously decadent yet so nutritious! 

    11

    Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Pecan Cookies with Orange Zest Glaze

    Photo Credit: www.theorganickitchen.org

    The dark chocolate, slight hint of cinnamon and orange zest glaze bring a tantalizing twist to this tasty dessert! Warm, chewy, chocolate goodness that is perfect for fall!

    12

    Paleo Pecan Pie Bars (Low Carb, Gluten-free)

    Photo Credit: www.wholesomeyum.com

    These healthy, paleo pecan pie bars are gooey and crunchy at the same time. Low carb, sugar-free, gluten-free, and super easy to make.

    13

    Butter Pecan Brandy Fudge

    Photo Credit: nomageddon.com

    How could you make fudge any better? With brandy of course!

    14

    Classic Pecan Pie Recipe

    Photo Credit: www.seriouseats.com

    Honey, brown sugar, vanilla, and freshly roasted nuts give this pecan pie deeper, richer flavor and lots of crunch.

    15

    Bourbon Pecan Pie

    Photo Credit: vanillaandbean.com

    Bourbon Pecan Pie, made with just a touch of bourbon, molasses, and butter with the flakiest homemade pie dough is a favorite anytime of year! I made this Bourbon Pecan Pie without corn syrup – but it tastes as fabulous, if not better than the traditional!

    16

    Perfect Pecan Tart 

    Photo Credit: saygraceblog.com

    The perfect balance between crust and pecan filling makes for a really tasty tart!

    17

    Pecan Pie Cheesecake

    Photo Credit: www.bakingbeauty.net

    Pecan Pie Cheesecake: Creamy  brown sugar cheesecake topped with a decadent pecan pie filling. Your favorite holiday pie, in cheesecake form!

    18

    Grain-Free Pecan Pie Made with Honey

    Photo Credit: healthhomeandhappiness.com

    This pie is a great gluten and grain free option to bring to holiday tables, and it makes the house smell heavenly as it bakes.

    19

    Pecan Pie Cake

    Photo Credit: www.bakingbeauty.net

    Pecan Pie Cake: Delicate yellow cake filled with a decadent pecan filling. Your favorite Thanksgiving pie in cake form! Must try!

    20

    Quick and Easy Low-Carb Pecan-Crusted Dijon Salmon

    Photo Credit: kalynskitchen.com

    Quick and Easy Low-Carb Pecan-Crusted Dijon Salmon would be lovely for a special dinner, and it really is quick and easy to make!

    21

    Baked Brie Bites with Pecans & Brown Sugar - Housewives of Frederick County

    Photo Credit: www.housewivesoffrederickcounty.com

    Brie, butter, pecans, cinnamon, pastry shells, & brown sugar.

    Need an easy, dependable, delicious pie dough recipe? Our Sweet & Easy Pie Crust is perfect for all your holiday pies and pastries!

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    1. Dannii says

      November 02, 2022 at 12:58 am

      Oh wow! Anything with pecans is good with me, but these pecans look icredible.

      Reply
    2. MacKenzie says

      November 01, 2022 at 8:50 pm

      I am bookmarking this page. So many different delicious pecan recipes. Can’t wait to try them, especially the pancakes

      Reply
    3. Jill says

      November 01, 2022 at 8:36 pm

      What a terrific collection of pecan recipes. So many that I want to try, especially the salmon!

      Reply
    4. Gina says

      November 01, 2022 at 8:15 pm

      Such a fantastic list of pecan recipes! They are going to be put to good use in the next couple months. I want to try them all!

      Reply
    5. Anjali says

      November 01, 2022 at 6:37 pm

      I love pecans and this is such a great collection of recipe inspiration to try!! I think I'm going to make the grain free pecan pie for the holidays!

      Reply
    6. Nicole Hinrichs says

      October 25, 2019 at 8:09 am

      I will definitely be trying the Pecan Pie Cake. Thanks for these fabulous idea!

      Reply
    7. Cookilicious says

      October 24, 2019 at 8:12 pm

      What a fabulous round up of pecan recipes! Want to try them all!

      Reply
    8. Marie, Mamma's Cooking says

      October 24, 2019 at 12:21 pm

      Great collection! I don't know what to try first, The Honey Roasted Pecans or the vanilla pecan butter. I've never made pecan butter. That sounds incredible!

      Reply
    9. Mama Maggie's Kitchen says

      October 24, 2019 at 12:27 am

      Oh how I love Pecans and these Pecan Recipes all look soooo scrumptious! They are making me drool!

      Reply
    10. Paula @ I'm Busy Being Awesome says

      October 23, 2019 at 12:55 pm

      Such a good round-up, I love the pancakes though!

      Reply
      • Renée ♥ says

        October 23, 2019 at 3:11 pm

        {? Those are my favorite, too!}

        Reply
    11. Dannii says

      October 23, 2019 at 11:59 am

      I love anything with pecans, so I can't wait to try all of these.

      Reply
    12. Kushigalu says

      October 23, 2019 at 11:56 am

      So many delicious pecan recipes. Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
    13. Tisha says

      October 23, 2019 at 11:41 am

      The hardest part is picking a favorite to make for the holiday!! SO many great recipes!!

      Reply
    14. Jordin says

      October 23, 2019 at 11:37 am

      What about delicious and mouth watering recipes! These are look so delicious and defiantly hit a little of everyones taste buds. I love that pecan cheesecake, so unique and sounds oh so delicious!

      Reply
    15. Dylan says

      November 20, 2016 at 10:37 pm

      Awesome post! Pecans are so good for us! Thanks for including my sugar-free gingerbread pecans. Have a great holiday season.

      Reply
    16. Marlynn | UrbanBlissLife says

      November 20, 2016 at 8:22 pm

      I love when pecans are used in savory dishes instead of just desserts. Unfortunately, I have a pecan intolerance, but that doesn't stop me from pushing pecan recipes when I can because they're so good! This is a great roundup, Renée! Thanks!

      Reply
    17. Becky says

      November 19, 2016 at 10:50 am

      Those baked brie bites look phenomenal. I love the combo of cheese and sweetness.

      Reply
      • Renée ♥ says

        November 19, 2016 at 11:05 am

        That's one of my favorites, too. I'm all about sweet-n-savory!

        Reply
    18. Maya | Wholesome Yum says

      November 19, 2016 at 9:29 am

      Great roundup! I absolutely love pecans and am looking forward to trying some of these. Thank you for including my paleo pecan pie bars!

      Reply
      • Renée ♥ says

        November 19, 2016 at 11:05 am

        Thank you, Maya!

        Reply

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