Old-Fashioned Pralines Recipe 🍪
Description: Planning to try this for the holidays? Dive into the delightful world of pralines with this easy recipe! Perfect for beginners, these old-fashioned pralines will melt in your mouth with their creamy texture and nutty flavor. Cook time includes optional pecan-roasting minutes, while prep time is an approximation of how long it will take to get all your ingredients in the pot and on their way to soft-ball stage.
Recipe Category: Drop Cookies
Keywords: Dessert, Cookie & Brownie, Fruit, Nuts, Low Protein, Healthy, Christmas, Thanksgiving, < 60 Mins, For Large Groups
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 165.6
- Fat Content: 4.9g
- Saturated Fat Content: 3.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 13.3mg
- Sodium Content: 41mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 31.1g
- Fiber Content: 0g
- Sugar Content: 30.6g
- Protein Content: 0.3g
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 3/4 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup milk
- 3/8 cup butter
- 1 1/2 cups pecans
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions:
| Step | Description | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Combine all ingredients in a heavy-bottomed saucepan and bring to soft-ball stage (230 to 240 degrees Fahrenheit), stirring constantly. | 25 minutes (approx.) |
| 2 | Remove the saucepan from heat. | – |
| 3 | Stir the mixture until it thickens, becomes creamy and cloudy, and the pecans stay suspended in the mixture. | – |
| 4 | Spoon out the mixture onto aluminum foil or parchment paper, forming pralines. | – |
| 5 | Allow the pralines to cool and set. | – |
Note: To roast pecans, preheat your oven to 275 degrees Fahrenheit. Spread the pecans on a baking sheet and roast them for 20 to 25 minutes until they are slightly browned.
Yield: Makes approximately fifteen to twenty pralines, depending on size.
Tips for Success:
- Use a candy thermometer to ensure the mixture reaches the soft-ball stage accurately.
- Stir the mixture constantly while it cooks to prevent it from burning and to achieve a smooth texture.
- Be patient when stirring after removing from heat; the mixture will thicken as it cools.
- Customize your pralines by adding a sprinkle of sea salt or a dash of cinnamon for extra flavor.
- Store your pralines in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks, or freeze for longer shelf life.
Now you’re ready to impress your friends and family with these irresistible old-fashioned pralines! Enjoy the sweet taste of success with every bite. 🌟
