Pralines with Pecans

Indulge in the Southern charm of homemade Pralines with Pecans, a timeless treat that’s equal parts creamy, crunchy, and irresistibly sweet. This easy-to-make candy combines a rich mixture of granulated sugar, light brown sugar, butter, and heavy cream, cooked to the perfect soft-ball stage for a melt-in-your-mouth texture. Whole pecan halves are folded in for a deeply nutty flavor and delightful crunch, while a hint of vanilla and salt balances the sweetness. Quickly spooned into bite-sized mounds, these pralines set up beautifully with a glossy finish, ready to enjoy in just 30 minutes! Perfect as a dessert, gift, or festive holiday snack, these Southern-style pecan pralines are a one-of-a-kind indulgence that’s as impressive as it is delicious.

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 2 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups Light brown sugar, packed
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter
• 0.5 cups Heavy cream
• 0.5 cups Whole milk
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 2 cups Pecan halves

Directions

Step 1

Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Set aside.

Step 2

In a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat, combine granulated sugar, light brown sugar, unsalted butter, heavy cream, and whole milk.

Step 3

Stir the mixture continuously until the sugars dissolve and the butter melts. Attach a candy thermometer to the side of the pan.

Step 4

Continue to cook the mixture without stirring until it reaches 238°F (soft-ball stage) on the candy thermometer.

Step 5

Once the mixture reaches 238°F, immediately remove it from the heat. Stir in the vanilla extract, salt, and pecan halves.

Step 6

Working quickly, spoon heaping tablespoons of the mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, spacing the pralines apart so they don’t stick together.

Step 7

Allow the pralines to cool and set at room temperature for 20-30 minutes, or until firm.

Step 8

Once fully set, carefully peel the pralines off the parchment paper or silicone mat. Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1030.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4366.2

Total Fat 255.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 68.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 258.6mg	0%
Sodium 712.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 536.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.6g	0%
Total Sugars 512.2g
Protein 25.3g	0%

Vitamin D 53.7IU	0%
Calcium 405.7mg	0%
Iron 6.3mg	0%
Potassium 1265.0mg	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: 50.5%

Protein: 2.2%

Carbs: 47.2%