Vanilla Pecan Pralines sound delicious! Are you looking for a recipe, or are you just craving them? Either way, I can definitely help out. Here’s a basic recipe if you’re interested in making some at home:
Vanilla Pecan Pralines Recipe
Ingredients:
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1 ½ cups granulated sugar
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¼ cup light brown sugar, packed
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1/3 cup heavy cream
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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1 ½ cups pecan halves
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Pinch of salt
Instructions:
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Prep the Pecans: Toast the pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until fragrant. Set them aside.
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Make the Sugar Syrup: In a medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, brown sugar, heavy cream, and butter. Stir it over medium heat until the butter is melted and the sugar is dissolved. Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally.
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Boil to Soft Ball Stage: Once the mixture starts to bubble, let it simmer for about 5-7 minutes. You want the temperature to reach around 235°F (soft ball stage) if you have a candy thermometer. If you don’t have one, test by dropping a small amount of the syrup in cold water—it should form a soft ball.
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Add Pecans and Vanilla: Remove the pan from heat and stir in the toasted pecans, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir until the mixture starts to thicken slightly.
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Form the Pralines: Quickly drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet. You can spread them out with the back of the spoon if you like a thinner praline or leave them thicker.
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Cool and Set: Let the pralines cool completely on the baking sheet before serving. They will harden as they cool.