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Southern Vanilla Pecan Pralines | Easy Candy Recipe

Southern Vanilla Pecan Pralines | Easy Candy Recipe


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  • Author: Jannet Lisa
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 30 pralines 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Creamy, buttery Southern Vanilla Pecan Pralines made with marshmallow creme and vanilla chips for the perfect melt-in-your-mouth candy.


Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 7 oz evaporated milk
  • 1 cup butter, cubed
  • 11 oz vanilla chips (Ghirardelli recommended)
  • 4 oz marshmallow creme
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 2 cups chopped pecans

Instructions

  1. Lay out 2 sheets of waxed paper on a counter or cookie sheet.
  2. In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine sugar, evaporated milk, and cubed butter over medium-low heat, stirring constantly.
  3. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 8 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Add vanilla chips and marshmallow creme. Stir until fully melted and smooth.
  5. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and chopped pecans.
  6. Let mixture cool for 2 minutes until thickened but still scoopable.
  7. Drop tablespoon-sized portions onto waxed paper and let cool completely until firm.
  8. Store in an airtight container, placing waxed paper between layers.

Notes

  • Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan to avoid scorching.
  • If the mixture thickens too much before spooning, stir in a tablespoon of evaporated milk.
  • Toasted pecans add deeper flavor.
  • Store at room temperature for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 2 months.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Southern

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 praline
  • Calories: 230
  • Sugar: 22g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fat: 13g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 26g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg