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Pecan Pralines Recipe

Sweet, nutty, and buttery pecan pralines that melt in your mouth.
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Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Servings: 12 pieces
Calories: 200 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup light brown sugar packed
  • ½ cup evaporated milk
  • 4 tablespoon unsalted butter cut into pieces
  • 1 cup pecan halves toasted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions 

  1. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a saucepan, combine granulated sugar, brown sugar, evaporated milk, and butter. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly.
  3. Once the mixture reaches 235°F (soft ball stage) on a candy thermometer, remove from heat.
  4. Stir in toasted pecans and vanilla extract. Continue stirring until the mixture thickens slightly.
  5. Quickly drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Let cool completely.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 20mg | Potassium: 50mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 28g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Calcium: 50mg | Iron: 0.5mg

Keywords

Pecan Pralines
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