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Creamy New Orleans Pralines Recipe Easy Homemade Classic Pecan Candy Delight

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A classic Southern candy recipe featuring creamy, melt-in-your-mouth pralines made with toasted pecans, brown sugar, and cream. Perfect for gifting or enjoying as a sweet treat.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup granulated sugar (200g)
  • 1 cup light brown sugar, packed (220g)
  • ½ cup heavy cream (120ml)
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, softened (60g)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • 2 cups pecans, roughly chopped (about 200g)

Instructions

  1. Toast the pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-5 minutes, stirring constantly until fragrant. Set aside to cool.
  2. In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine granulated sugar, light brown sugar, and heavy cream. Stir gently to combine.
  3. Place saucepan over medium heat and bring to a boil, stirring constantly. Use a candy thermometer or soft ball test to cook until mixture reaches 236°F (113°C).
  4. Remove from heat immediately once the correct temperature is reached.
  5. Quickly stir in softened butter, vanilla extract, salt, and toasted pecans. Stir vigorously until mixture thickens, loses its gloss, and starts to hold shape (3-5 minutes).
  6. Drop heaping tablespoons of the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving space between each.
  7. Let pralines cool completely at room temperature until firm but still soft and creamy inside.
  8. Store cooled pralines in an airtight container and enjoy within one week.

Notes

Use medium heat and stir constantly to avoid burning. The soft ball test can be used if no candy thermometer is available. Toast pecans lightly for enhanced flavor. Stir vigorously after removing from heat to achieve creamy texture. Store pralines at room temperature in an airtight container for up to one week. Avoid refrigeration to maintain creaminess.

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