π¬ Sweet and Crunchy Pralines: A Southern Delight! π°
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 12
Ingredients:
- Granulated Sugar: 1 cup
- Brown Sugar: 1 cup, packed
- Heavy Cream: Β½ cup
- Unsalted Butter: Β½ cup (1 stick)
- Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon
- Pecans: 2 cups, chopped (or any nuts of your choice)
- Salt: ΒΌ teaspoon
Directions:
- Prepare the Baking Sheet:
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat and set aside.
- Combine Sugars and Cream:
- In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and heavy cream. Stir to combine.
- Heat the Mixture:
- Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly. Allow it to boil for about 5 minutes without stirring until it reaches a soft-ball stage (approximately 240Β°F or 115Β°C on a candy thermometer).
- Add Butter and Vanilla:
- Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the unsalted butter, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix until the butter is fully melted and incorporated.
- Incorporate Pecans:
- Gently fold in the chopped pecans until they are evenly coated with the caramel mixture.
- Drop the Pralines:
- Using a spoon or a cookie scoop, drop spoonfuls of the praline mixture onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Cool and Set:
- Allow the pralines to cool at room temperature for about 10-15 minutes until they set and harden.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Once set, carefully remove the pralines from the baking sheet and serve. Enjoy your delicious homemade pralines!