Indulgent Vanilla Pecan Pralines You’ll Love to Make at Home

Course: Everyday Sweet

Cuisine: Southern

Keyword: Easy Pralines, Gifts from the Kitchen, Holiday Sweets, Homemade Candy, Southern Treats, Vanilla Pecan Pralines

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 20

Cooling Time: 30

Total Time: 1

Servings: pralines

Calories: 180kcal

Delight in these melt-in-your-mouth Vanilla Pecan Pralines, a perfect sweet treat for any occasion.

1 cup Granulated Sugar Feel free to substitute with brown sugar for a deeper flavor.
1 cup Brown Sugar Contributes a caramel-like richness.
½ cup Heavy Cream For a lighter version, use evaporated milk.
½ cup Unsalted Butter Helps control the saltiness.
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Consider maple extract or bourbon as alternatives.
2 cups Pecans (toasted) Opt for raw pecans if toasting isn’t an option.
1 pinch Salt Just a pinch enhances flavor.

Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
In a medium saucepan, combine granulated sugar, brown sugar, heavy cream, unsalted butter, and salt. Heat over medium heat until it begins to boil.
Stir constantly as the sugars dissolve and the mixture bubbles.
Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and toasted pecans. Continue stirring until thickened.
Drop spoonfuls onto the prepared baking sheet.
Allow to cool for about 30 minutes before serving.

Optional: Drizzle melted chocolate on top for an extra touch of indulgence.