Creamy New Orleans Pralines

Transport yourself to the heart of the South with these irresistibly **Creamy New Orleans Pralines**, a classic confection that perfectly balances rich, nutty, and sweet flavors. Featuring buttery pecans swirled in a luscious mixture of granulated sugar, light brown sugar, heavy cream, and whole milk, this recipe captures the authentic taste of traditional Louisiana pralines. Cooked to the perfect soft-ball stage and infused with fragrant vanilla, these melt-in-your-mouth treats boast a dreamy, candy-like texture that’s both velvety and indulgent. Whether you're looking for a decadent dessert or a thoughtful homemade gift, these pralines are sure to delight. Plus, with just 10 minutes of prep time, you’ll have a batch of these Southern gems ready to enjoy in under an hour!

Nutriscore Rating: 38/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups Light brown sugar
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 0.5 cups Heavy cream
• 0.5 cups Whole milk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1.5 cups Pecan halves
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt

Directions

Step 1

Prepare a large, clean sheet of parchment paper on a flat surface or a baking tray. This will be used to drop the pralines later.

Step 2

In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, light brown sugar, unsalted butter, heavy cream, and whole milk.

Step 3

Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir continuously with a heat-resistant spatula or wooden spoon until the sugar dissolves and the mixture starts to simmer.

Step 4

Clip a candy thermometer to the side of the pan, ensuring the bottom is submerged but not touching the base directly.

Step 5

Cook the mixture, stirring occasionally, until it reaches 238°F (soft-ball stage). This will take approximately 20-25 minutes.

Step 6

Remove the saucepan from the heat immediately and stir in the vanilla extract, pecan halves, and salt. Stir until the mixture thickens slightly, becoming creamy but still pourable.

Step 7

Quickly drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the prepared parchment paper, spacing them apart to form individual pralines.

Step 8

Let the pralines cool completely at room temperature for 20-30 minutes until they are firm and set.

Step 9

Once cooled, peel the pralines off the parchment paper and place them in an airtight container for storage. They can be kept at room temperature for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(873.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3588.3

Total Fat 214.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 65.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 258.6mg	0%
Sodium 709.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 430.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.2g	0%
Total Sugars 413.0g
Protein 20.0g	0%

Vitamin D 53.7IU	0%
Calcium 345.2mg	0%
Iron 4.4mg	0%
Potassium 1025mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.7%

Protein: 2.1%

Carbs: 46.1%