Spicy Cocoa Glazed Pecans

• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar (yes, again)
• 2 cups warm water
• 3 cups pecan halves
• 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F, then use a vegetable oil spray to lightly coat a large but shallow baking sheet.
2. In a bowl combine the 1/2 cup of sugar & the warm water, stirring until sugar is dissolved.
3. Add pecans & let soak 10 minutes before draining & discarding the water.
4. In a large bowl, stir together the 1/4 cup of sugar, cocoa, chili powder & cayenne pepper.
5. 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.
6. Bake 10 to 15 minutes or until pecans start to glisten & appear dry, stirring several times while baking.
7. Remove from the oven & let the baking sheet cool completely on a wire rack.
8. Store nuts in a tightly covered container, placed in a cool, dry spot.
9. Serve as a snack, with beverages, or sprinkle in salads.

granulated sugar, sugar, water, pecan halves, cocoa powder, chili powder, cayenne pepper

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/spicy-cocoa-glazed-pecans-398642 (may not work)