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The Best Pecan Pralines

Taralynn
These homemade pecan pralines are simple to make and taste better than any store bought version. A perfect holiday candy for gifting and sharing.
5 from 2 votes
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 20 Pralines

Equipment

  • Candy Thermometer
  • Stainless Steel Stockpot
Ingredients
  
  • 2 1/2 Cups Toasted Unsalted Pecans
  • 1 Cup Sugar
  • 1 Cup Light Brown Sugar, packed
  • 1/8 Tsp Baking Soda
  • 3/4 Cup Heavy Cream
  • 4 Tbsp Butter, unsalted & cubed
  • 2 Tsps Vanilla Extract
  • 1/2 Tsp Fine Sea Salt (or 1 full tsp if you like extra salty)
Instructions
 
  • Toast the pecans in the oven and set aside. Toasting: 10-15 minutes at 325 degrees, but don’t forget to stir them around while cooking to prevent burning.
  • In a medium pot fitted with a candy thermometer, add all ingredients except the toasted pecans, vanilla, and salt.
  • Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture reaches 235 degrees.
  • Remove the pot from the heat, then stir in the toasted pecans, vanilla, and salt.
  • Keep stirring for 2 to 3 minutes, until the mixture thickens (but not too thick!) and turns pasty.
  • Scoop the pralines into small clusters on a parchment lined baking sheet.
    Let them cool for 10 to 15 minutes, then enjoy. Let them cool completely before packaging them.
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