New Orleans Praline

Indulge in the sweet and nutty flavors of New Orleans with this classic praline recipe. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth or as a delightful gift for friends and family.

New Orleans Praline

Ingredients

  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 1/2 cups pecan halves

Instructions

  1. In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the brown sugar, heavy cream, and butter over medium heat.
  2. Stir the mixture constantly until it reaches 240°F on a candy thermometer, about 10-15 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and pecans.
  4. Quickly drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, forming small rounds.
  5. Let the pralines cool and harden at room temperature for about 20 minutes.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
35 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
20g
Fat
8g
Protein
2g

Supplies

Heavy-bottomed saucepan Candy thermometer Parchment paper

Tools

Spoon Baking sheet

Serving suggestions

Serve these pralines with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a decadent dessert.

Tips & tricks

Be careful when working with the hot sugar mixture, as it can cause burns. Use caution and keep children away from the cooking area.

Cost

$10