Description
Classic Southern confection with crunchy pecans and a rich, creamy texture, perfect for festive occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1 cup pecans, chopped
- 1/2 cup evaporated milk
Instructions
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar, butter, and evaporated milk. Stir gently until the mixture comes to a boil.
- Continue to boil for 5 minutes without stirring, allowing the mixture to reach the right consistency.
- Remove from heat and stir in the chopped pecans.
- Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Let cool until set, then enjoy.
Notes
Toasting the pecans beforehand enhances their nuttiness. Ensure even cooking by using a cookie scoop for shaping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 praline
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: pecan pralines, Southern dessert, holiday treats, candy recipe