April is National Pecan Month and most people don’t know that the Land of Enchantment is one of the top producers of pecans in the country! In fact, the state comes in at a narrow second to Georgia in nationwide production of the nut.
To celebrate this, we’re featuring a few places to grab a delicious pecan dessert, ranging from classic pies to some very New Mexican concoctions.
- Red Chile Pecañero, Buffett’s Candies (Albuquerque)
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Buffett’s Candies/Facebook A New Mexican twist on an old-fashioned favorite, this pecan brittle will put a pep in your step with its fiery red chile seasoning. If you’re unable to visit the store, you can also order this and many of their other tasty candies online to be shipped anywhere in the country.
Website: Buffett’s Candies Address: 7001 Lomas Boulevard NE, Albuquerque Phone: 505-265-7731
- Caliche’s Frozen Custard (Alamogordo & Las Cruces)
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Caliche’s Frozen Custard/Facebook Craving something sweet and cold? Caliche’s in Las Cruces and Alamogordo will hit the spot with their unique blend of frozen custard, green chiles, and salted pecans. The combination may sound a little odd but it’s a match made in food heaven. Website: Caliche’s Frozen Custard Address: 131 N Roadrunner Pkwy, Las Cruces Phone: 575-521-1161
- Celina’s Biscochitos (Albuquerque)
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Celina’s Biscochitos/Facebook If you’re looking for a spot to enjoy New Mexico’s state cookie, Celina’s is it. Among the many flavors of this cookie served, the bakery sells some amazing red and green chile pecan biscochitos for the perfect mix of sweet and spicy. Website: Celina’s Biscochitos Address: 404 Osuna Road NW, Albuquerque Phone: 505-269-4997
- Elisa’s House of Pies and Restaurant (Deming)
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Elisa’s House of Pies and Restaurant/Facebook Don’t pass up this little hole-in-the-wall restaurant. In addition to serving hearty soul food, this restaurant is also known for its delicious pecan pies. Facebook: Elisa’s House of Pies and Restaurant Address: 208 ½ Silver Ave, Deming Phone: 575-494-4639
- The Paleta Bar (Albuquerque)
The paleta bar/Facebook There’s nothing quite like cooling off on a warm day with a tasty paleta in hand. These frozen treats usually come in fruity flavors but you’ll also find a variety of pecan-inspired paletas here.
Website: The Paleta Bar Address: 2325 San Pedro Drive NE, Albuquerque Phone: 505-884-0049
- Rise-n-Shine Bakery and Cafe (Deming)
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Rise-n-Shine Bakery and Cafe/Facebook This Deming bakery and cafe is known for its delicious breakfast but also their piping hot pecan cinnamon rolls. Pair it with a steaming cup of coffee and you’re set for the perfect morning. Facebook: Rise-n-Shine Bakery and Cafe Address: 110 S Gold Ave, Deming Phone: 575-546-4245
- Whoo’s Donuts (Santa Fe)
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Whoo’s Donuts/Facebook Move over maple bacon; there is a new donut itching to take over. Whoo’s Donuts sells a mouthwatering blue corn maple pecan donut, mixing some of the very best of New Mexico with this classic American dessert. Website: Whoo’s Donuts Address: 851 Cerrillos Road, Santa Fe Phone: 505-629-1678
Those look so delicious! Which do you hope to sample first? If we missed one of your favorite locations, be sure to let us know where else you like to grab a pecan-based dessert in New Mexico.
Buffett’s Candies/Facebook
A New Mexican twist on an old-fashioned favorite, this pecan brittle will put a pep in your step with its fiery red chile seasoning. If you’re unable to visit the store, you can also order this and many of their other tasty candies online to be shipped anywhere in the country.
Website: Buffett’s Candies Address: 7001 Lomas Boulevard NE, Albuquerque Phone: 505-265-7731
Caliche’s Frozen Custard/Facebook
Craving something sweet and cold? Caliche’s in Las Cruces and Alamogordo will hit the spot with their unique blend of frozen custard, green chiles, and salted pecans. The combination may sound a little odd but it’s a match made in food heaven. Website: Caliche’s Frozen Custard Address: 131 N Roadrunner Pkwy, Las Cruces Phone: 575-521-1161
Threshold 360/Google
Celina’s Biscochitos/Facebook
If you’re looking for a spot to enjoy New Mexico’s state cookie, Celina’s is it. Among the many flavors of this cookie served, the bakery sells some amazing red and green chile pecan biscochitos for the perfect mix of sweet and spicy. Website: Celina’s Biscochitos Address: 404 Osuna Road NW, Albuquerque Phone: 505-269-4997
Gary James/Google
Elisa’s House of Pies and Restaurant/Facebook
Don’t pass up this little hole-in-the-wall restaurant. In addition to serving hearty soul food, this restaurant is also known for its delicious pecan pies. Facebook: Elisa’s House of Pies and Restaurant Address: 208 ½ Silver Ave, Deming Phone: 575-494-4639
The paleta bar/Facebook
There’s nothing quite like cooling off on a warm day with a tasty paleta in hand. These frozen treats usually come in fruity flavors but you’ll also find a variety of pecan-inspired paletas here.
Website: The Paleta Bar Address: 2325 San Pedro Drive NE, Albuquerque Phone: 505-884-0049
Juanita Strite/Google
Rise-n-Shine Bakery and Cafe/Facebook
This Deming bakery and cafe is known for its delicious breakfast but also their piping hot pecan cinnamon rolls. Pair it with a steaming cup of coffee and you’re set for the perfect morning. Facebook: Rise-n-Shine Bakery and Cafe Address: 110 S Gold Ave, Deming Phone: 575-546-4245
Whoo’s Donuts/Google
Whoo’s Donuts/Facebook
Move over maple bacon; there is a new donut itching to take over. Whoo’s Donuts sells a mouthwatering blue corn maple pecan donut, mixing some of the very best of New Mexico with this classic American dessert. Website: Whoo’s Donuts Address: 851 Cerrillos Road, Santa Fe Phone: 505-629-1678
If you’re craving a meal that is a little more savory, you may want to order delivery from Dion’s, a New Mexico pizza staple. Read more in One Of New Mexico’s Favorite Eateries, Dion’s, Is Now Offering Delivery For The First Time.
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Address: 7001 Lomas Blvd NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110, USAAddress: 131 Roadrunner Pkwy, Las Cruces, NM 88011, USAAddress: 404 Osuna Rd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87107, USAAddress: 208 1/2 S Silver Ave, Deming, NM 88030, USAAddress: 2325 San Pedro Dr NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110, USAAddress: 110 S Gold Ave, Deming, NM 88030, USAAddress: 851 Cerrillos Rd, Santa Fe, NM 87505, USA
