Description
Indulge in the nostalgic flavors of Tasty Vanilla Pecan Pralines, a beloved Southern candy that brings warmth and sweetness to every occasion. With their rich buttery taste and crunchy pecans, these no-thermometer pralines are perfect for family gatherings or holiday celebrations. Easy to prepare, they offer a delightful treat that evokes memories of love and laughter shared over homemade confections.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup pecans, chopped
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by measuring everything out and chopping the pecans.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter until it bubbles slightly.
- Stir in granulated and brown sugars until fully dissolved.
- Add heavy cream while stirring continuously; cook for about 5 minutes until it thickens slightly but does not boil.
- Remove from heat and mix in chopped pecans and vanilla extract.
- Spoon small mounds onto wax paper and allow cooling completely before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pralines (40g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg