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Pecan Pralines

Bree Hester
5 from 1 vote
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Additional Time 35 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Appetizers & Snacks, Dessert
Cuisine American, Southern
Servings 12
Calories 436 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups pecan halves and pieces
  • 3 cups light brown sugar
  • 1 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup butter
  • 2 Tablespoons light corn syrup or honey
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Instructions
 

  • Spread the pecans out in a single layer on a sheet pan. Roast in a 350-degree oven for 8 to 10 minutes, or until toasted. Cool completely. Line two baking sheets with parchment or waxed paper. Set them aside.
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  • Add the brown sugar, cream, butter, and corn syrup to a heavy-bottomed Dutch oven.
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  • Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly.
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  • Boil until a candy thermometer reaches 236 degrees (soft ball stage).
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  • Take the sugar off the heat and let it cool until the thermometer reaches 150 degrees. This takes about 15 to 20 minutes.
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  • Stir in vanilla and salt.
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  • Add pecans.
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  • Stir constantly for one to two minutes or until it begins to lose its gloss.
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  • Working quickly, drop onto parchment-lined baking sheets. Let cool until they are firm, 10 to 15 minutes.
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Nutrition

Calories: 436kcalCarbohydrates: 60gProtein: 2gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 150mgFiber: 2g
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