Buttermilk Pralines
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Buttermilk Pralines

Creamy, buttery pralines with a hint of tang from buttermilk - a New Orleans candy shop favorite.

30 min
24 servings
SouthernComfy Editorial Team

Recipe by the SouthernComfy Editorial Team

Developed and reviewed by our editorial team.

Prep Time

10m

Cook Time

20m

Servings

24

Difficulty

Medium

Estimated Nutrition

Per serving · estimated

Calories

135

Protein

1 g

Carbs

19 g

Fat

7 g

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Ingredients

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  • 2 cups sugar
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 4 tablespoons butter
  • 2 cups pecan halves
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

1

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2

In a large heavy saucepan, combine sugar, buttermilk, baking soda, and salt.

3

Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. The mixture will foam up.

4

Continue cooking, stirring frequently, until mixture reaches 236°F (soft ball stage).

5

Remove from heat and stir in butter, pecans, and vanilla.

6

Beat with a wooden spoon for 2-3 minutes until mixture begins to thicken and loses its gloss.

7

Working quickly, drop by spoonfuls onto prepared baking sheet . Let cool completely.

Chef's Comfy Tip

Work fast once you start dropping them - they set up quickly!

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