Pralines
“Sweet candies made with pecans and sugar.”
Sugar
Cream
Pecans
Vanilla
NutsWhere it comes from
Pralines are a Southern confection, particularly associated with New Orleans, with French origins.
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How it's made
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How it's made
4 steps · Show ↓- 15 min
In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine sugar and cream over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely and the mixture begins to simmer, releasing a rich, caramel aroma.
- 25 min
Increase the heat slightly and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring constantly. Cook until it reaches a thick, syrupy consistency, about 5 minutes.
Watch outStir constantly to prevent the sugar from burning and sticking to the pan.
- 32 min
Remove from heat and quickly stir in vanilla and pecans, ensuring the nuts are evenly coated with the caramel mixture.
- 45 min
Drop spoonfuls of the praline mixture onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, allowing them to cool and set into crisp, glossy confections.
