Pecan Pralines (Old Fashioned) Recipe 🍬
Description: Dive into the nostalgia of old-fashioned pecan pralines with this delightful recipe. Perfect for dessert lovers craving a sweet treat that’s quick and easy to make!
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Servings: 20-24 pralines
Ingredients:
Quantity | Ingredient |
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1 cup | Sugar |
1/2 cup | Margarine |
1 cup | Evaporated milk |
1 tsp | Vanilla flavoring |
3 cups | Pecan halves |
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 199.2
- Fat: 16.2g
- Saturated Fat: 2.4g
- Cholesterol: 3.6mg
- Sodium: 66.7mg
- Carbohydrates: 13.4g
- Fiber: 1.4g
- Sugar: 10.6g
- Protein: 2.3g
Instructions:
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Combine sugar, margarine, and evaporated milk in a saucepan over medium heat.
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Cook the mixture until it reaches a soft ball stage. 🍬 (To test, drop a small amount into a cup of cold water. It should form a soft ball.)
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Remove the mixture from heat and quickly stir in the vanilla flavoring and pecan halves.
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Continue stirring until the mixture begins to thicken. 🥄 This process doesn’t take long, so work fast!
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Drop the mixture by tablespoons onto waxed paper or a buttered dish.
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Allow the pralines to cool completely. They’re ready to eat once cooled to perfection!
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Store any remaining pralines in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Tips:
- For added flavor, toast the pecans before adding them to the mixture.
- Be cautious when cooking the sugar mixture to avoid burning.
- Experiment with different nuts or flavorings for unique variations.
- These pralines make a delightful gift for friends and family, especially during the holiday season! 🎁
Enjoy the rich, creamy goodness of these classic pecan pralines with every bite! 🌰✨