Description
Vanilla Pecan Pralines are a classic Southern candy, rich with buttery caramel, toasted pecans, and a touch of warm vanilla. These sweet treats melt in your mouth with just the right amount of crunch and creamy texture.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 3/4 cup heavy cream
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups pecan halves, toasted
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and measure all ingredients before starting.
- In a heavy saucepan, combine granulated sugar, brown sugar, cream, butter, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring until butter melts.
- Attach a candy thermometer and cook until the mixture reaches 236°F (soft-ball stage).
- Remove from heat, add vanilla extract and toasted pecans, and stir gently until the mixture thickens slightly.
- Once the mixture begins to lose its shine, quickly spoon portions onto the parchment paper.
- Let cool completely at room temperature until firm.
- Serve and enjoy or store in an airtight container.
Notes
- Use fresh, lightly toasted pecans for best flavor.
- Do not overcook the sugar mixture or pralines will become too hard.
- Store at room temperature in airtight containers for up to a week.
- Avoid making on humid days, as candy may not set properly.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 praline
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: vanilla pecan pralines, southern candy, caramel pecans, easy praline recipe, homemade candy