Creamy Spiced Pumpkin Grits with Candied Pecans
Make Creamy Spiced Pumpkin Grits with Candied Pecans, a Southern American breakfast recipe with quick-cooking grits, milk (whole or 2%), water. It has about 30 min, about 330 calories per serving. Get ingredients, step-by-step instructions, nutrition estimates, FAQs, and Recipe Genius app tools.
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Creamy Spiced Pumpkin Grits with Candied Pecans is a Southern American breakfast recipe that takes about 30 min, makes 4 servings, has about 330 calories per serving. Use the ingredients and steps below, or open it in Recipe Genius for guided Cook Mode, timers, serving changes, and a shopping list.
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View on AmazonCreamy Spiced Pumpkin Grits with Candied Pecans ingredients
- 1 cup quick-cooking grits
- 3 cups milk (whole or 2%)
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup pecan halves
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch pinch of salt
How to make Creamy Spiced Pumpkin Grits with Candied Pecans
- Prepare the candied pecans: In a small non-stick skillet over medium-low heat, combine the 1/2 cup pecan halves, 2 tablespoons maple syrup, 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently, until the maple syrup caramelizes and coats the pecans. Spread them out on a small piece of parchment paper to cool and harden.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the 3 cups milk, 1 cup water, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low.
- Slowly whisk in the 1 cup quick-cooking grits, ensuring there are no lumps. Continue to whisk for 1 minute, then cover the saucepan and simmer for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the grits have thickened and absorbed most of the liquid.
- Stir in the 1/2 cup canned pumpkin puree, 1/4 cup light brown sugar, 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice, and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract. Mix until all ingredients are thoroughly combined and heated through.
- Add the 2 tablespoons of butter, stirring until it is fully melted and incorporated, making the grits extra creamy. Taste and adjust sweetness or spice levels as desired.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat. Divide the creamy spiced pumpkin grits among four serving bowls.
- Break the cooled candied pecans into smaller pieces if desired. Garnish each bowl of grits generously with the candied pecans before serving warm.
Creamy Spiced Pumpkin Grits with Candied Pecans FAQ
How do I make Creamy Spiced Pumpkin Grits with Candied Pecans?
Make Creamy Spiced Pumpkin Grits with Candied Pecans by gathering the ingredients below, following the step-by-step instructions, and checking that everything is cooked safely before serving.
What ingredients are in Creamy Spiced Pumpkin Grits with Candied Pecans?
The main ingredients include quick-cooking grits, milk (whole or 2%), water, canned pumpkin puree, light brown sugar, packed. The full ingredient list is included on this page.
How long does Creamy Spiced Pumpkin Grits with Candied Pecans take?
This recipe takes about 30 min, depending on prep speed and kitchen equipment.
How many calories are in Creamy Spiced Pumpkin Grits with Candied Pecans?
Recipe Genius estimates about 330 calories per serving. Nutrition is estimated, so use your own labels when precision matters.
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