Pecan Pralines
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Pecan Pralines
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These Pecan Pralines are rich and buttery, creamy, and chock-full of crunchy, toasted pecans. It's a classic southern candy recipe that's easy to make. Perfect for Christmas cookie trays and gift giving!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups pecan halves toasted
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup raw sugar
- ½ cup sweetened condensed milk
- ⅓ cup whole milk
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Coarse or flaky sea salt optional
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Instructions
- Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
- In a Dutch oven, add the granulated sugar, raw sugar, sweetened condensed milk, whole milk, baking soda, and salt. Cook gently over medium heat, whisking occasionally, until mixture reaches 235° F on a candy thermometer. The mixture will begin to increase in volume as the temperature rises.
- As soon as the mixture reaches 235° F, whisk in the butter and stir continuously for a next few minutes until butter is completely melted.
- Remove the mixture from the heat. Add the pecans, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir continuously for the next 5 minutes.
- As the mixture cools, it will turn into a thick and silky caramel. Working quickly, drop a tablespoon of pecan mixture onto the prepared baking sheets.
- Sprinkle the pralines with a bit of coarse or flaky sea salt while still warm, if desired
- Let sit at room temperature about 30 minutes before removing from baking sheets.
Notes
- Pecan Pralines will keep well, in an airtight container in a cool place, for up to 1 week. They also freeze well, for up to 3 months.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1
Calories
293kcal
(15%)
Carbohydrates
34g
(11%)
Protein
3g
(6%)
Fat
18g
(28%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
12g
Cholesterol
15mg
(5%)
Sodium
179mg
(7%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
32g
(64%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 12servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 293 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 | |
| Calories | 293kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 34g | 11% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 12g | 71% |
| Cholesterol | 15mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 179mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 32g | 64% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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