Description
These 3 ingredient Southern Pecan Pralines are a simple and delicious treat that captures the essence of Southern indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup pecans, chopped
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine the sugar and heavy cream. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture comes to a boil.
- Add the chopped pecans to the boiling mixture and continue to cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently.
- Once the mixture thickens and turns a caramel color, remove it from heat and drop spoonfuls onto parchment paper.
- Allow the pralines to cool and set before serving.
Notes
- Make sure to stir continuously to prevent burning.
- For a richer flavor, toast the pecans before adding them to the mixture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Southern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 pralines
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 10mg