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Southern-style vanilla pecan pralines cooling on waxed paper

Vanilla pecan pralines


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  • Author: Kai
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 5 dozen 1x

Description

Soft and creamy vanilla pecan pralines with a smooth candy-shop finish and crunchy pecan pieces. Perfect for gifting, sharing, or sneaking from the tin one by one.


Ingredients

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  • 2 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 7 oz evaporated milk
  • ¼ cup butter, cubed
  • 1 package (11 oz) vanilla or white chocolate chips
  • 4 oz marshmallow creme
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 cups chopped pecans

Instructions

  1. Lay out waxed paper on cookie sheets or countertop.
  2. In a heavy saucepan, add sugar, evaporated milk, and butter. Stir constantly over medium-low heat until mixture comes to a boil.
  3. Lower heat slightly and boil gently for 8 minutes, stirring the whole time.
  4. Add vanilla chips and marshmallow creme. Stir until completely melted and smooth.
  5. Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla extract and chopped pecans until evenly coated.
  6. Let mixture cool for 2 to 3 minutes until thick but still creamy. If needed, stir in 1 to 2 teaspoons of evaporated milk to loosen.
  7. Drop mixture by tablespoon onto waxed paper and let cool until set.
  8. Store in an airtight container with waxed paper between layers.

Notes

Pro oh là là tip: If your mixture sets too fast while dropping onto the waxed paper, warm it slightly over low heat and keep stirring gently. It will soften just enough to scoop again without losing the glossy texture.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Cozy desserts
  • Method: No Bake
  • Cuisine: Southern American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 praline
  • Calories: 90
  • Fat: 5g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Protein: 1g