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Irresistible Crunchy Praline Pecan Candies

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These crunchy praline pecan candies combine caramelized sugar and toasted pecans for a sweet, nutty treat that’s quick and easy to make. Perfect for gifting, parties, or a nostalgic homemade snack.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (about 200g) raw pecan halves, toasted lightly
  • 1 cup (200g) granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup (60ml) light corn syrup (can substitute with honey)
  • 2 tablespoons (28g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) heavy cream, room temperature
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt, or to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Spread pecans evenly on a baking sheet and toast for 8-10 minutes until fragrant. Remove and set aside to cool.
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone mat for cooling the candies.
  3. In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine granulated sugar, light corn syrup, and 1/4 cup (60ml) water. Cook over medium heat, stirring gently until sugar dissolves.
  4. Attach a candy thermometer and continue cooking without stirring until temperature reaches 238°F (114°C), the soft crack stage (about 10-15 minutes). Syrup should be deep amber in color.
  5. Remove from heat and immediately stir in softened butter and heavy cream. Stir until smooth and glossy.
  6. Stir in vanilla extract, sea salt, and toasted pecans quickly to coat all pecans.
  7. Using a spoon, drop spoonfuls of the candy mixture onto the prepared baking sheet. Work fast as mixture hardens quickly.
  8. Let candies cool at room temperature for about 30 minutes until hardened and crunchy. Once set, gently peel off parchment or silicone mat.

Notes

Use a candy thermometer for best results to reach the soft crack stage (238°F/114°C). Work quickly when mixing and dropping candies as the mixture hardens fast. Avoid refrigeration to keep candies crunchy. For dairy-free version, substitute butter with coconut oil and heavy cream with coconut milk.

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