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Classic Louisiana Pralines

Classic Louisiana Pralines That Melt in Your Mouth

Classic Louisiana Pralines are melt-in-your-mouth sweets that bring Southern charm to any gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Candy Base
  • 2 cups Brown Sugar firmly packed
  • 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream can be substituted with half-and-half
  • 1 cup Light Corn Syrup prevents crystallization
  • 1 teaspoon Salt fine sea salt recommended
  • ½ stick Real Salted Butter 4 tablespoons, can use unsalted if necessary
Nuts
  • 3 cups Pecan Halves rough chopped
Flavor
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract pure vanilla recommended

Equipment

  • heavy-bottomed saucepan
  • candy thermometer
  • Large spoon or cookie scoop

Method
 

Making the Pralines
  1. In a large, heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine brown sugar, heavy whipping cream, light corn syrup, and a pinch of fine sea salt. Stir gently over low heat until dissolved.
  2. Increase heat to medium-low, boil while stirring until reaching 236°F to 240°F.
  3. Remove from heat, stir in butter until melted and blended.
  4. Fold in pecans and vanilla extract, stirring until thickened.
  5. Drop spoonfuls onto parchment paper and let set at room temperature for about 30 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 50mgSugar: 20gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh; store in an airtight container. Avoid making on humid days to ensure proper setting.

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