Easy Pecan Pralines
This easy pecan pralines recipe results in sweet, buttery, and crunchy treats that are perfect for any occasion.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.75 cups light brown sugar packed
- 0.5 cups evaporated milk
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter cubed
- 2 cups pecan halves toasted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the sugars, evaporated milk, and butter. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture reaches soft-ball stage at 238°F.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the pecans and vanilla extract.
- Quickly but carefully, spoon the praline mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, creating small mounds.
- Let the pralines cool completely at room temperature until they harden.
Notes
Store pralines in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two weeks.