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Pecan Pralines Candy

This buttery, brown sugar Southern candy is such a treat. Pecan Pralines are a classic that you have to try! Sweet and salty candy perfection.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Rest Time
25 mins
Total Time
55 mins
Servings: 36 candies
Calories: 170 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 4 cups light brown sugar packed
  • 1 ¼ cup heavy whipping cream
  • 3 Tablespoons light corn syrup
  • ⅓ cup unsalted butter
  • 2 ¼ cups pecan halves

Instructions

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  1. Line counter top or baking sheet with a sheet of parchment paper or wax paper.
  2. In a heavy dutch oven over medium heat, combine brown sugar, heavy cream, corn syrup and butter. Over medium heat, stirring constantly, bring to a boil. Boil for about 6 minutes or until candy thermometer reaches 235 degrees (soft ball stage).
  3. Remove mixture from heat and allow to cool to 150 degrees. Stir in pecans and quickly, using two spoons, drop by spoonful onto parchment paper. Allow to cool for about 10-15 minutes. ENJOY

Notes

  • Toast the pecans prior to use for best flavor!
  • As any southerner would tell you, don’t make these on a humid day. For whatever reason, they just don’t turn out.
  • When boiling the candy mixture, don’t use a thin-walled pot, as it tends to overheat and cause the candy to cook to quickly.
  • Work fast when spooning the candy onto parchment paper. Just be careful as the mixture is very hot!

Nutrition Information

Calories 170kcal (9%) Carbohydrates 22g (7%) Protein 1g (2%) Fat 9g (14%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Polyunsaturated Fat 5g Cholesterol 14mg (5%) Sodium 9mg (0%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 22g (44%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 36candies

Amount Per Serving

Calories 170

% Daily Value*

Calories 170kcal 9%
Carbohydrates 22g 7%
Protein 1g 2%
Fat 9g 14%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5g 29%
Cholesterol 14mg 5%
Sodium 9mg 0%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 22g 44%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.