PECAN PRALINES
Classic Southern pecan pralines: creamy, caramel-coated pecans with a rich buttery vanilla flavor. Ready in about 25 minutes.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups pecan halves
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cups light brown sugar packed
- 1 cups heavy cream
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter cut into pieces
- 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoons salt optional, enhances flavor
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat and set aside.
- In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, light brown sugar, and heavy cream. Stir to combine.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugars dissolve and the mixture comes to a full rolling boil.
- Continue boiling, without stirring, until the mixture reaches 234-238°F (soft-ball stage), about 8 to 10 minutes.
- Remove the pan from heat and quickly stir in the butter, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- Stir in the pecan halves until they are fully coated with the caramel mixture.
- Working quickly, drop tablespoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet and let cool and set for about 30 minutes.
- Once set, store the pralines in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Notes
For best results, use fresh pecans and watch the temperature closely to avoid overcooking. Work quickly when dropping pralines onto the sheet.
Nutrition
Serving: 200gCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 120gProtein: 120gFat: 120gSaturated Fat: 120gPolyunsaturated Fat: 120gMonounsaturated Fat: 120gTrans Fat: 120gCholesterol: 120mgSodium: 120mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 120gSugar: 120gVitamin A: 120IUVitamin C: 120mgCalcium: 120mgIron: 120mg
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