Preheat oven to 350F
Toss the pecans in a bowl with the maple syrup and salt and optional pepper.
Place pecans on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer. Bake for 7 minutes. Before and mix. Return to oven for another 7 minutes.
Remove from oven and toss. Let cool completely. Break apart. Store in jar, or bowl on the counter for easy snacking.
