Ingredients

  • 4 cups pecan halves
  • 14 cup coffee liqueur
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • 14 cup chili powder (San Antonio Blend recommended)
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar (ultra-fine preferred)
  • 12 teaspoon sea salt
  • 12 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Method

  • Combine the pecan halves, coffee liqueur, oil, chili powder, sugar, salt and cayenne pepper in a zip-lock plastic bag.
  • Shake to coat the pecans.
  • Spread the pecans on a baking sheet and bake at 300 degrees for 20-25 minutes, stirring frequently.
  • Loosen from the baking sheet and let stand until cool.
  • You may store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 1 week.