Pecan Praline Candy
Warm, buttery, and utterly addictive, this Pecan Praline Candy recipe brings Southern comfort to your kitchen in just a few simple steps.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 85 minutes
- Yield: 24 candies 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Candy Making
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup dark brown sugar
- ½ cup evaporated milk
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 3 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 ½ cups roughly chopped pecans
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set it aside.
- Combine the granulated sugar, dark brown sugar, evaporated milk, unsalted butter, and salt in a medium saucepan. Heat over low heat, stirring continuously until the sugar dissolves.
- Remove the pan from heat briefly and stir in the vanilla extract and chopped pecans.
- Return the pan to gentle heat and stir for 3 to 4 minutes until thickened to the softball stage (235 to 240 degrees Fahrenheit).
- Drop tablespoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about an inch apart.
- Allow the candies to set for at least an hour or overnight before serving.
Notes
Use a reliable candy thermometer for consistent texture. Store set pralines in an airtight container for up to two weeks.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 candy
- Calories: 148
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
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