How to make Pecan Pralines
This recipe will teach you how to make Pecan Pralines, a traditional Southern candy made with pecans, brown sugar, butter and heavy cream. Their addictive texture and taste make them a favorite for special occasions and holidays!
Servings: 28 pieces
Calories: 199kcal
Ingredients
- 2 ½ cups pecan halves
- 1 tsp salt
- 3 cups brown sugar
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 4 TBSP butter
- 2 TBSP corn syrup
- ½ tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prep: Heat the oven to 400°F and spread the pecans over a large cookie sheet. Toast the pecans for 5 minutes, then stir and bake for another 5 minutes.
- Line a large cookie sheet with wax or parchment paper and sprinkle the salt on the paper.
- Candy syrup: Heat the brown sugar, heavy cream, butter, corn syrup, and baking soda together in a heavy-bottomed pan. Bring to a boil, stirring often until a candy thermometer reaches 235°. Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the pecans and vanilla extract.
- Shape & cool: Stir continually until the candy begins to thicken, about 10 minutes. When it starts to lose its gloss, immediately spoon heaping tablespoons of candy onto the prepared pan.
- Allow the candy to cool completely before serving. Enjoy!
Notes
Store pecan pralines in an airtight container to maintain freshness. If stored properly they will last 2-3 weeks.
Nutrition
Calories: 199kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 14mg | Sodium: 125mg | Potassium: 76mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 180IU | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 32mg | Iron: 0.4mg