Creating Sweet and Spicy Red Chile Pecans is simple when you follow these easy steps:

1. Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
2. Mix the Coating: In a medium bowl, combine sugar, smoked paprika, ground cinnamon, cayenne pepper, and salt. Mix well.
3. Prepare the Pecans: Add the pecan halves to the bowl with the spice mixture. Toss to coat them evenly.
4. Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the melted butter, vanilla extract, and water. Stir until all the pecans are well-coated with the mixture.
5. Spread on Baking Sheet: Transfer the pecans to the prepared baking sheet, spreading them out into a single layer.
6. Bake: Place the sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, stirring once halfway through. Watch carefully to avoid burning.
7. Cool: Once browned, remove them from the oven and let them cool on the baking sheet for about 5 minutes. The coating will harden as they cool.
8. Serve: Once cooled, transfer the pecans to a serving bowl or an airtight container for storage.

These steps will guide you in creating these incredible pecans effortlessly!