Pecan Pralines
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
20 mins
This indulgent candy is perfect for holiday gifting. Creamy and sweet, with a nutty crunch, who wouldn't be thrilled to find a box of pecan pralines under the tree?
Course:
Candy
Servings: 40 candies
Ingredients
- 2 cups packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 6 Tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups coarsely chopped pecans toasting is optional
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- *special équipement: candy thermometer
Instructions
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Line 2 sheet pans with parchment paper, set aside.
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Combine sugars, butter, salt and heavy cream in a medium heavy bottom saucepan.
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Bring to a boil over high heat and then attach a candy thermometer to the side of the sauce pan.
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Reduce the heat to medium and continue to cook until the mixture reaches 238 degrees.
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Remove from the heat and whisk until mixture loses its sheen and becomes creamy in texture, about 10 mins by hand.
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Stir in the vanilla and pecans. Drop tablespoons of the mixture onto the lined sheet pans and allow to spread.
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Cool to room temperature and store on wax paper in an airtight container.