Pecan Pralines
Creamy, buttery pecan candies - a New Orleans specialty that melts in your mouth.
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
180
Protein
1 g
Carbs
26 g
Fat
9 g
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Ingredients
Shop the tools- 2 cups sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 cups pecan halves
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
Line baking sheets with parchment paper.
Combine sugars, cream, and butter in heavy saucepan.
Cook over medium heat, stirring, until mixture reaches 238°F (soft ball stage).
Remove from heat and stir in pecans, vanilla, and salt.
Quickly drop by spoonfuls onto prepared baking sheets.
Let cool completely until set.
Store in airtight container.
Chef's Comfy Tip
Work quickly once you start dropping the pralines - they set up fast! If the mixture gets too thick, add a splash of hot water.
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