Pecan Pralines Recipe
Pralines have long been a staple of southern cooking, and no trip to New Orleans would be complete without a sampling of these delicious taste sensations warm right from the oven. Those who have sampled these delicious treats often crave more, and now you can make pecan pralines in your own home whenever the mood strikes you.
Ingredient List
- 1 cup of firmly packed light brown sugar
- 1 cup of sugar
- 1/2 cup of light cream
- 1 cup of pecan halves
- 2 tablespoons of butter
You will also need a candy thermometer to ensure the proper cooking temperatures during preparation. These special thermometers are available at a variety of gourmet shops, kitchen supply stores, candy shops and other retailers.
Preparation Steps
Begin by placing the light brown sugar and the granulated sugar, along with the light cream, into a heavy saucepan. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly while the mixture is heating.
Use a candy thermometer to ensure that proper cooking temperature, and continue to cook the mixture until it has reached a temperature of 236 degrees. Then remove the saucepan from the heat and let the mixture cool off for approximately 5 minutes.
Add the halved pecans to the mixture, beating with a wooden spoon until the candy has coated the pecans. Drop the pralines one tablespoon at a time on to a greased piece of aluminum foil or other suitable surface. Allow the pralines to cool to taste. These delicious treats can be eaten warm, or allowed to cool. They can be stored in tins or other containers for enjoying later, or for sharing with family members, friends and coworkers.
These delicious pralines are also the perfect compliment to vanilla ice cream, and many ice cream lovers enjoy a bunch of crumbled pralines as part of their ice cream celebrations. No matter how they are enjoyed, these delicious pecan pralines are sure to be a hit.
These delicious candy creations also make the perfect gift, and many southerners like to whip up batch after batch of these delectable goodies to share with their northern neighbors. Those who live in parts of the country where pralines and other southern desserts are not common will certainly enjoy these special treats, and a box of pralines makes a wonderful Christmas present, birthday present or gift for other special occasions. So why not indulge in this perennial favorite and prepare a batch of these delicious treats today?
