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.
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
- In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the brown sugar, heavy cream, and butter over medium heat.
- Stir the mixture constantly until it reaches 240°F on a candy thermometer, about 10-15 minutes.
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and pecans.
- Quickly drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, forming small rounds.
- 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