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Vanilla Pecan Pralines

Irresistible Vanilla Pecan Pralines That Melt in Your Mouth

Enjoy these creamy and buttery Vanilla Pecan Pralines, a quick no-bake dessert that melts in your mouth.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Praline Mixture
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Heavy Cream
  • 1/2 cup Unsalted Butter
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
For the Nuts
  • 1 cup Pecan Halves toasted
  • 1 pinch Salt

Equipment

  • skillet
  • heavy saucepan
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • tablespoon
  • cookie scoop

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Vanilla Pecan Pralines
  1. Prepare Your Workspace: Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and gather your mixing tools.
  2. Toast the Pecans: Heat a dry skillet over medium heat and toast pecan halves for about 5-7 minutes until golden.
  3. Combine Sugars and Cream: In a heavy saucepan, combine sugars and cream over medium heat, stirring until dissolved.
  4. Add Butter and Simmer: Stir in butter, bring to a boil and let it simmer for 3-4 minutes.
  5. Mix in Vanilla and Pecans: Remove from heat, stir in vanilla, pecans, and salt until combined.
  6. Spoon onto Parchment: Spoon mixture onto the baking sheet and let sit for 20-30 minutes to firm up.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 30mgPotassium: 50mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Store pralines in an airtight container; they can last up to 1 week at room temperature or 2 weeks in the fridge.

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